Accounts Receivable Manager

Description

Accounts Receivable Manager (12-Month Contract)

St Albans, Hertfordshire

50,000 - 60,000 per annum

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a well-established, international brand to recruit an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager on a 12-month contract. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving cash flow performance, improving processes, and leading a high-performing AR team across the UK & Ireland.

The Role

As Accounts Receivable Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end AR function, ensuring operational excellence while delivering strategic improvements. You will play a critical role in strengthening customer relationships and optimising working capital.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle across a large customer base

Develop and implement effective collection strategies to reduce overdue debt

Review and approve credit limits, payment terms, and new credit applications

Manage escalated and complex customer accounts

Ensure compliance with UK regulations, including Late Payment of Commercial Debts legislation

Monitor aged debt and maintain DSO within target levels

Produce monthly reporting, KPIs, and insights for senior stakeholders

Manage bad debt provisions and write-off processes

Lead account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Work cross-functionally with Sales and Customer Service to resolve billing issues

Oversee invoicing, credit notes, and AR ledger integrity

Drive continuous improvement across credit control processes and systems

Act as the key AR subject matter expert for internal stakeholders

Support wider finance transformation and process optimisation initiatives

Team Leadership

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5

Set performance objectives and conduct regular reviews

Allocate workload effectively

Ensure team performance and service levels are consistently achieved

About You

Strong experience in Accounts Receivable / Credit Control leadership

Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships

Advanced Excel and financial systems expertise

Analytical mindset with the ability to turn data into actionable insights

Demonstrated success in driving process improvements

Highly organised with a structured approach

Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence across departments

Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Ad ID: 5418072114