Senior Accounts Receivable Clerk (6 Month FTC contract)

Summary: The Senior Accounts Receivable Clerk will oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Receivable function for a large business in Blackburn on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role requires ensuring accurate processing of customer invoices and compliance with financial regulations while driving process improvements. Strong leadership and attention to detail are essential in managing accounts receivable ageing and maintaining cash flow. The position also involves collaboration with various departments to resolve billing issues and handle large volumes of data using Excel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the Accounts Receivable function
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of customer invoices
• Ensure all AR functions comply with company policies and financial regulations
• Collaborate with various departments to resolve billing issues
• Manage accounts receivable ageing and maintain healthy cash flow
• Drive process improvements within the AR function
• Apply strong leadership skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Utilise a solid understanding of accounting principles to support financial stability
• Handle large volumes of data using Excel

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in an accounts receivable or similar financial role
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, particularly in multi-site operations and in an international company
• Experience in handling invoices is advantageous
• Demonstrable ability to consolidate and centralise financial processes across various locations
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with customers and internal stakeholders
• Capability to work autonomously and manage workloads efficiently
• Experience in a high-volume transactional environment is preferred

Salary (Rate): £40,000

City: Blackburn

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other