AP Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our client's high-performing finance team as an Accounts Receivable Manager
. On behalf of a dynamic, rapidly growing business, we are seeking a motivated leader to manage the end-to-end accounts receivable function. Balancing operational excellence with strategic vision, you will be responsible for accelerating cash flow, enforcing robust credit control procedures, and acting as a key business partner to internal operations and external clients alike.

• Lead, train, and mentor the AR team. Foster a culture of high performance, accuracy, and continuous improvement, whilst conducting regular 1-to-1s and managing daily workflows.
• Monitor aged debt, proactively manage overdue accounts, and implement effective credit control policies. Provide monthly reporting, recovery mitigation plans, and clear recommendations to senior leadership.
• Actively identify inefficiencies and drive process automation, system enhancements, and CRM workflow improvements to support a scalable business model.
• Prepare and analyse key AR reports and performance KPIs. Oversee the accurate processing of invoices, receipts, and reconciliations, ensuring full compliance with internal controls and accounting standards.
• Anchor the AR month‑end and year‑end closing processes (including provisions and cash flow management). Serve as a primary contact for internal and external audits by preparing all required documentation.
• Act as the key escalation point for complex billing queries. Nurture strong collaborative relationships with operational teams, finance leadership, and site administrators (e.g. care home administrators).

• Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience within Accounts Receivable, including at least 1‑2 years in a dedicated supervisory or leadership role.
• Experience working within a multi‑entity structure, healthcare sector, or a fast‑growing, private equity‑backed business is highly desirable.
• Highly proficient in major financial platforms (e.g. SAGE, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) alongside advanced Microsoft Excel skills for complex data analysis and reporting.
• A proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements, automation, and best practices within an AR or credit control function.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, with the ability to communicate financial metrics clearly to senior executives and manage high‑volume workloads without compromising accuracy.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.