Crowley Cox Financial Recruitment

Group Accounts Receivable Manager

Salary: £40,000 to £45,000

Southwest London

Hybrid, 3 days in the office, 9:00am to 6:00pm

A leading international company are recruiting a Group Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee their growing Accounts Receivable function on a permanent basis.

The company are inclusive, multi-cultural and social, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional development. You'll enjoy a variety of team-building activities including overseas trips, summer and Christmas parties, and regular Friday socials. The Finance Director and senior leadership team are supportive and people-focused, creating an environment where finance professionals can build long, rewarding careers.

Based in stunning modern offices in Southwest London, you'll be working in a vibrant open-plan space, just minutes from boutique shops, trendy cafés, restaurants, and lively bars - perfect for lunch breaks and after-work drinks. Excellent transport links by tube, train and bus make commuting simple.

Due to continued expansion, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role. As Group Accounts Receivable Manager, you will play a key part in shaping the AR function, driving improvements in cashflow management, reducing debtor days, and leading a dedicated team. This position offers genuine scope for progression as the company continues to grow at pace.

You will be working closely with the wider finance team, department heads, and external stakeholders to deliver robust AR processes, insightful reporting, and effective cash management strategies.

This is an immediate start opportunity (though notice periods of up to a month will be accommodated). The interview process consists of two stages: an initial Teams meeting followed by an on-site interview.

Responsibilities of the Group Accounts Receivable Manager:

Key Responsibilities

Team & Process Management

• Oversee and manage the Accounts Receivable team of six, ensuring efficient daily processes across the AR function.
• Provide line management for the AR team, including setting targets, training, development, performance reviews, 1:1s, and team meetings.
• Lead and coordinate ongoing process improvement initiatives to streamline AR operations.
• Assist in creating and maintaining Finance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Cashflow & Reporting

• Manage and review cashflow forecasts and provide detailed analysis to the Finance team.
• Oversee weekly event target reporting.
• Review Management Information (MI) at month-end and liaise with the Management Accounts team to provide commentary and analysis.

Sales Ledger & Credit Control

• Manage the Sales Ledger and Cashbook, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure deposit and final invoices are raised and issued promptly.
• Manage credit control processes to reduce debtor days and balances, taking preventative action to avoid bad debt.
• Conduct regular aged debtor reviews, investigating anomalies, reporting on debtor reduction, and implementing strategies to reduce outstanding debts.
• Reconcile retail sales ledger accounts and ensure accuracy of transactions.

Banking & Reconciliation

• Oversee bank reconciliations, ensuring the Cashbook is reconciled monthly.
• Ensure no unreconciled items remain outstanding for longer than three months.
• Perform month-end balance sheet reconciliations for sales and bank accounts (GBP, USD, EUR).
• Act as the key point of contact with Barclays (or other banking partners) to manage functional banking requirements.

Month-End & Audit

• Post month-end journals, including accrued revenue.
• Support with month-end duties and reporting.
• Assist in audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Support the Accounts Receivable function in the US.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal department heads, liaising regularly to address and resolve emerging AR issues.
• Work closely with the Finance Director (FD) and senior management team on ad hoc tasks and strategic projects.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience managing an Accounts Receivable function within a fast-paced, international business.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing teams.
• Excellent knowledge of cashflow forecasting, credit control, and AR best practices.
• Confident in month-end processes, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Strong systems knowledge (experience with multi-currency ledgers advantageous).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across departments.
• Highly organised, proactive, and results driven.

Benefits Package:

Holiday - 20 days + 8 bank holidays.

Pension - starting at 5% employee, 3% employer.

BUPA EAP and Cash Plan.

Regular team events, social activities, and international trips.

This role may also be known as Accounts Receivable Manager, Credit Control Manager, or AR Manager.