Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist Location: Hull Sector: Finance Type: Permanent Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Sutton Recruitment are accepting applications for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a leading global storage solution provider, dedicated to offering innovative and reliable storage options worldwide. This Accounts Receivable Specialist is a newly created role. The client allows businesses and consumers to store anything, anywhere, in flexible, safe and responsible ways. With a legacy dating back to the 1980’s, they have revolutionised the global storage industry and evolved into the world’s largest family-owned containerised storage solutions company. An extensive presence spanning 90 countries, offering a comprehensive range of storage options through six distinct brands. From self-storage to temperature-controlled facilities and dry storage, catering to a wide range of industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and renewable energy. The Company currently operates globally with 24 sites in the UK with further growth anticipated. The need for this new role arises from the new business strategy, aiming to centralise the Accounts Receivable control mechanisms, to drive forward process optimisation and to reduce the number of debtor days. As a subject matter expert, the role holder will provide support to Senior Management in developing AR procedure and support to Finance and Sales teams with implementing new processes. Supervising the accuracy of day-to-day financial transactions, accounting movements and amendments related to the Accounts Receivable functions including the guidance to the global credit control activities. Investigating data gaps in commercial / customer on boarding processes and working with Sales Rep’s, IT and Finance Data Entry Teams on improving processes. Daily Duties and Responsibilities may include (but not limited to) the following: • Responsible for general housekeeping of AR ledger and customer master data within the Financial ERP system. • Supporting global roll-out of customer direct debits and automated payment solutions. • Ensuring the accuracy of Direct Debit records and payment terms. • Supporting the implementation of automated payment reminder letters. • Work with IT on developing dashboards that will support you with supervising the accuracy of the daily processing. • Investigate variances. • Supervise reconciliation of AR ledger to the general ledger to ensure accuracy of data entry and data handling processes. • Ensuring correct contract terminations records in Finance EPR. • Take lead in investigation, review and clearing of credit balances, working with Sales and Data Entry teams. • Managing accounts of Third-Party debt recovery solution. • Serve as an analytical and project support resource for AR related Treasury projects to implement robust controls and timely assessments of AR KPI’s. • Provide coaching and support to the regional AR and Credit Controllers. Ensuring correct understanding and implementation of new processes. • Assist with AR related P&L and Balance Sheet reporting, month-end processes, year-end audit requests. • Ensure accuracy of all relevant cross-currency and inter-company transactions. Required Experience: • Work experience within AR and Credit Control related functions, Financial Controls, Accounting, and process implementation / improvement. • Solid understanding of Excel and general finance ERP systems would be essential to succeed in this role. • Experience in month end process and year end audit. • Strong analytical skills and attention to details. • Excellent communication skills and ability to develop good working relationships. What’s on offer; Workplace: Hull office Travel activity: Travel within the UK to support other workplaces, if necessary Start date: ASAP Salary: £30,000.00 - £35,000.00 Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus paid twice yearly – currently November and May Holidays: 25 days per annum plus bank holidays Life Assurance: Day 1 benefit Health Insurance: After 3 months and on the next entry point of either April or October Salary Date: On or before 25th of each month Company Equipment: All PPE and tools needed as necessary. Use of EV van to travel between sites Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Sutton Recruitment Limited offer a professional and personal service within recruitment. Our experienced consultants work closely with both candidates & clients to ensure the best possible outcome. If this role is not suitable for you, we would be happy to have an informal discussion regarding any future opportunities. While we aim to respond to every applicant, on occasion this is not always possible, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 14 days of applying, please do get in contact with us. This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Sutton Recruitment Limited who operate as an Employment Business. Sutton Recruitment Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer