Senior Finance Office | Accounts receivable, Credit Control

Senior Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable & Credit Control)
Location | Staines area
Salary | T.B.C
Hours | 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, Hybrid optional  

Personal Qualities
Our client is looking for quality-focused individuals with an excellent analytical and problem-solving approach, a conscientious mindset, and the capacity to develop a strong understanding of end-user requirements and the impact of your role on overall business objectives. Due to the nature of the projects, you must be able to work independently and be a team player able to work cross-functionally with other departments; strong communication (both verbal and written) and organisation are key.

Job Purpose
The  Senior Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable & Credit Control) supports the smooth and efficient financial operations of the Group,  with responsibility for accounts receivable, credit control, financial administration, and related finance activities. The role plays an important part in maintaining strong cash flow, minimising financial risk, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the wider Finance team across day-to-day operations and reporting activities.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
As part of the Finance Team, your responsibilities will include:
Accounts Receivable Management
·    Raise and process customer invoices, credit notes, and statements accurately and promptly
·    Raise intercompany sale invoices and reconcile intercompany sales and cost of sales
·    Monitor customer accounts to ensure payments are received within agreed credit terms
·    Allocate incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts
·    Investigate and resolve invoice queries, discrepancies, and payment disputes promptly
·    Maintain accurate customer account records within the finance system
Credit Control
·    Proactively chase overdue payments via telephone, email, and written correspondence
·    Review aged debt reports and prioritise collection activities
·    Escalate unresolved debts to the Financial Controller
·    Recommend suspension or release of customer credit facilities where necessary
·    Liaise with the sales team to resolve customer payment and delivery issues
Credit Risk Management
·    Evaluate the creditworthiness of new and existing clients by checking credit histories and setting appropriate credit limits
·    Assess customer creditworthiness and recommend suitable credit limits
·    Monitor customer payment behaviour and identify potential financial risks
·    Maintain and monitor credit limits and credit status
Reporting and Reconciliation
·    Produce regular aged debtor and collection reports for management
·    Reconcile accounts receivable ledger balances
·    Assist with month-end and year-end finance processes
·    Support audits by providing relevant documentation and explanations
VAT Reporting and Submission
·    File import and export documentation for VAT records  
·    File quarterly VAT returns for all companies in the group
·    Deal with VAT queries and support the Financial Controller with HMRC Audits
Other Duties and Responsibilities
·    Post and pay courier invoices in sales companies              
·    Maintain Cash Books and prepare monthly bank reconciliations
·    Maintain Petty Cash system: reconcile Petty Cash and enter the system 
·    Reconcile and maintain foreign currency floats and enter them into the system  
·    Set up new Business Partner (Customer) accounts on the SAP system      
·    Support accounts payable as required   
·    Assist with the preparation of quarterly and year-end procedures            
·    Raise Letters of Credit as appropriate                     
·    Cover for absent staff in the team within the remit of the job accountabilities      
·    Undertake ad hoc projects that are relevant to the operation of the department
·    Attend relevant training identified to ensure duties are performed efficiently     
·    Adhere to all health and safety procedures, including reporting any accidents or near misses, to help ensure the workplace remains a safe environment at all times. 
Skills, Ability and Experience
Previous experience in Accounts Receivable and/or Credit Control.           
Strong understanding of accounting principles and credit control procedures.     
Excellent communication skills. 
Good numerical and analytical ability, with close attention to detail and accuracy.             
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.              
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems. 
Credit management qualification or finance-related certification, or part-qualified or studying towards  
Experience using ERP or accounting software such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, or NetSuite.