Technology
Our client, a PE-backed technology business, is looking for a talented Accounts Receivable Manager to join their London team. You will be responsible for oversight of all AR operations and play a crucial role in driving performance within the function. The successful candidate will have previous experience leading and motivating a team, building cross-functional relationships and automating processes.
Description
The responsibilities of the Accounts Receivable Manager include but are not limited to:
- Oversee daily AR operations, queries and workload management.
- Lead, motivate and develop the AR team to achieve collection targets and maintain engagement.
- Monitor aged debt reports, identify risks and implement proactive collection strategies.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of all sales invoicing processes.
- Provide regular reporting and insights on AR performance, trend and areas for improvement.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimise cash flow and customer experience.
- Contribute to cashflow forecasting and take responsibility for applicable balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage relationships with key customers and be the point of contact for complex queries, ensuring resolution.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and improve communication.
Skills
The skills of the Accounts Receivable Manager include but are not limited to:
- Proven experience managing or supervising an accounts receivable team.
- Ability to motivate and engage a team.
- Previous experience working with public sector customers and their related billing requirements.
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability.
- Exposure to Saas or subscription-based business models would be advantageous.
- Experience using NetSuite would be beneficial.
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership of results.
- Ability to work effectively in a changing environment or organisational structure.
Apply
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Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in technology, media, retail, pharma/biotech, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.