Accounts Receivable Manager

London Permanent £50,000 - £55,000 per year View Job Description
I am currently recruiting an Accounts Receivable Manager for a Telecoms company based in Central London, close to Bank station.
  • Working for a Telecom Company
  • Permanent Position

About Our Client

My client is a well-established company based in Central London. Due to recent rapid growth, they are now looking to hire an Accounts Receivable Manager to join their diverse Team.

This is a permanent role with hybrid working 2-3 days in the office / working from home.

Their offices are based in London, close to Bank Tube Station.

Sector: Telecoms

Job Description

Accounts Receivable Manager:Your Impact

The Accounts Receivable Manager is responsible for overseeing the timely and efficient invoicing and collection of customer accounts, working closely with our customer base of mainly large corporations and sales leadership to ensure timely collections and accuracy. This highly visible role focuses on ensuring outstanding payments are collected effectively while fostering strong customer relationships and mitigating credit risk. The position requires the ability and willingness to travel to the London office at least once per week to collaborate with key stakeholders and support business operations.

Key responsibilities typically include:

  • Invoicing:
    Responsible for the completeness and accuracy of sales order and invoicing processes for our large, corporate clients, including proper supporting documentation submission and navigation of complex client portals when required.
  • Accounts Receivable Management:
    Monitor and manage accounts receivable balances to ensure timely payment processing, reducing overdue accounts.
  • Collections:
    Proactively contact customers with overdue accounts to negotiate payment plans, resolve disputes, and recover outstanding balances in a professional manner.
  • Credit Evaluation and Approval:
    Assess the creditworthiness of customers by analyzing financial statements, payment history, and credit reports to establish appropriate credit limits and terms.
  • Risk Mitigation:
    Identify high-risk accounts and escalate unresolved issues to management or legal teams for further action when necessary.
  • Reporting and Analysis:
    Prepare weekly reports on AR aging, collection performance, provide commentary, and bad debt trends to provide insights for management and support decision-making.
  • Compliance and Documentation:
    Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual agreements, and legal regulations while maintaining accurate records of all collection activities.
  • Customer Relationship Management:
    Build and maintain positive relationships with our clients to facilitate smooth payment processes and address any issues related to billing or disputes.



The Successful Applicant

Required Skills & Abilities

  • 3-5 years experience
  • Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills to effectively manage accounts and minimize financial risks to the organization.
  • Netsuite experience strongly preferred
  • Confidence to engage and liaise with stakeholders at different levels of seniority
  • Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Proactive in resolving financial discrepancies and troubleshooting issues.
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
  • Familiarity with revenue recognition under US and UK GAAP
  • Adaptability to changes

What's on Offer

The successful candidates will be looking to be paid between 50,000 to 55,000 per Annum

Contact
Nadia Amzert
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6698775
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2315

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Receivable
Sector
Technology & Telecoms
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nadia Amzert
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2315
Job reference
JN-032025-6698775