Accounts Receivable Manager - 12 month FTC

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Accounts Receivable Manager
12 month FTC
Up to £60,000
St Albans - 3 days a week in the office

As the Accounts Receivable Manager, you will be responsible for managing a team of 4 and supporting the company's finance transformation. This role will oversee key activities within revenue recognition, payments, and cash applications, focusing on pre-sold voyages and on-board sales across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dotted-line management of the centralised Accounts Receivable team.
• Support in leading and developing the team to enhance skills and productivity.
• Oversee reconciliations of B2B & customer accounts, ticket liability, payments, bank, and credit card accounts.
• Generate and analyse accounts receivable aging reports, identifying and addressing overdue accounts.
• Review and improve AR processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Drive month-end close processes for the AR team, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist in the development and implementation of effective collections strategies to reduce outstanding receivables.
• Provide support during annual financial audits.
• Perform ad-hoc duties to support the Finance team and broader business operations.

Experience and Skills:

• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable or Sales Ledger, with a strong understanding of accounting procedures.
• Solid IT skills, with the ability to manage and analyse large data sets.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and conflicting priorities.
• A positive, enthusiastic, and proactive attitude towards work.
• Strong alignment with a high-performance, curious culture.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Minimum of 3+ years' experience in similar roles.
• Advanced MS Excel skills.