Accounts Receivables Associate

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Accounts Receivables Associate to join our team specializing in Finance for our AR Department in Darlington, County Durham, United Kingdom

This is a Permanent contract working 37.5 hrs. Monday to Friday office hours with hybrid working arrangements

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Enhance cash flow by effectively managing and reducing overdue Accounts Receivable through consistent customer engagement and timely follow-up.
• Strengthen customer relationships by providing clear, professional communication and resolving payment issues promptly, building trust and long-term partnerships.
• Improve internal collaboration by working closely with Sales, Marketing, and other departments to resolve disputes and streamline billing processes.
• Support data-driven decisions by preparing accurate account statements and insightful reports that highlight payment trends and risks.
• Drive process efficiency by participating in and contributing ideas to continuous improvement initiatives within the Accounts Receivable function.
• Increase team agility by taking on additional responsibilities as needed and supporting cross-training efforts within a multi-skilled team.
• Ensure compliance and consistency by adhering to standard customer collection strategies and best practices across European ledgers.
• Elevate performance reporting by assisting in the preparation of month-end reports, offering visibility into collections progress and areas for improvement.

• A growth mindset and adaptability, embracing nimble learning by using both successes and challenges as opportunities to improve and refine your approach to collections and customer engagement.
• A strong results orientation, maintaining focus and determination to meet collection targets and resolve outstanding balances, even when faced with complex or high-pressure situations.
• Effective collaboration and influence skills, enabling you to build trust-based partnerships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, contributing to aligned goals and improved cash flow.
• A solid understanding of financial internal controls, ensuring your processes comply with governance standards and proactively identifying risks and solutions to maintain accurate and timely financial reporting.

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
• Requires some work experience or intermediate level knowledge obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.