Job Title: Accounts Receivable Officer

Location: Warwick

Package & Perks:

• Circa £30k
• Company Car (Or Monthly Allowance)
• Private Healthcare
• Free Parking & Cafeteria

LHH Recruitment Solutions are working alongside a very innovative business who are dedicated to helping companies, tenants, and non-profit organizations manage their financial stability and growth. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join their team and ensure the timely collection of outstanding funds & resolve invoice/payment queries while maintaining a high level of accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set Objectives: Collaborate with the Manager to establish objectives for the accounts receivable team that align with the accounting department's overall goals.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports that provide detailed insights into the status of accounts receivable.
• Collections Management: Ensure the timely collection of outstanding payments owed to the organization and actively engage in negotiations with clients in non-payment cases.
• Invoicing: Assure the accuracy and timeliness of invoicing, while continuously identifying opportunities to improve invoicing and collection procedures.
• Cash Application: Manage cash application processes to ensure proper allocation of cash receipts.
• Aged Debt Management: Maintain an up-to-date aged debt list and take appropriate actions to recover outstanding balances.
• Reporting: Complete required reporting, including monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc forecasting reports.
• Customer Correspondence: Call and/or send correspondence to customers to update their accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Payment Posting: Post customer payments accurately by recording payment transactions and verifying revenues.
• Account Reconciliation: Investigate account discrepancies by collaborating with various departments and customers to obtain necessary information.
• Deduction Resolution: Resolve valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries, and handle invalid or unauthorized deductions according to established procedures.
• Performance Metrics: Summarize receivables by maintaining invoice accounts, coordinating monthly transfers, verifying totals, and preparing reports in line with Service Level Agreements (SLA).
• Influence and Input: While this role does not have direct reports, the incumbent should be able to demonstrate the ability to influence decisions and actions by providing valuable input into the organization's business processes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Credit Controller
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to be goal driven yet remain empathetic and understanding.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Results-driven and goal-oriented.

How to Apply:

If this role would be of interest then please do click the link to apply!

LHH is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.