Accounts Receivable Team Lead

What's the role about?

Accounts Receivable Team Lead

Full Time | Fixed Term Contract (FTC)

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week

Location: Winnersh (RG41 5TP
) (Hybrid)

Are you a dynamic AR professional with a knack for streamlining processes and leading teams to success? We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Team Lead to step into a pivotal role within our Shared Services team.

This isn't just about managing a ledger; it's about driving efficiency, standardising processes, and taking true ownership of our AR function. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and love turning financial data into smooth-running operations, we want to hear from you.

As the AR Team Lead, you will champion operational excellence and mentor a talented team. Your key responsibilities will split across leadership, process improvement, and core financial management:

• Process Leadership: Standardise 3rd party and Intercompany (IC) invoicing processes to elevate our Shared Service efficiency.

• Ledger Ownership: Assume full ownership of the entire debtor’s ledger, including the control of accrued and deferred income.

• Credit & Collections: Oversee new customer onboarding, implement a structured dunning letter process, and maintain strong relationships with debt collectors.

• Team Support: Guide the team in raising sales invoices, creating project codes, and managing the accounts mailbox/phone line.

• Financial Control: Handle FX revaluations, intercompany/balance sheet reconciliations, month-end activities, and short-term cash flow preparation.

• Performance Insights: Track, analyse, and report on operational KPIs to keep the team moving forward.

• Financial Systems: Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or other finance systems

What You Will Bring

• AAT Level 4
• Experience in sales ledger management and credit control
• Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Adaptive communication skills to suit different audiences
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Previous experience in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

What We’ll Offer You

• Competitive salary + annual company bonus
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing 1 day per year up to 29 days)
• Benefits include:
  Pension (4%), Medicash, Life Assurance, Electric Vehicle Scheme, Gym Flex, WeCare ERP, Perkbox, Taste Card.
• Ongoing support to enable you to fulfil your role to the best of your potential.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Supportive and inclusive company culture.