Accounts Receivable Manager

Entertainer; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading toy retailer based in Chesham Bois is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee the finance function. The role involves managing invoicing, collections, and cash flow while leading a team. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience in accounts receivable and 2 years in team management. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills are essential for managing stakeholder interactions. This position offers generous benefits including birthday leave, flexible pay access, and a toy discount.

Benefits

Birthday Leave and 33 days of holiday

Annual Bonus scheme

Retail Trust & Virtual GP

Flexible access to pay via Wage Stream

Generous toy discount

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience within accounts receivable.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in team management.
• Experience working with business stakeholders and external parties.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections.
• Oversee cash application and reconciliation of customer accounts.
• Monitor aged debt reports and implement strategies to reduce overdue balances.

Skills

Accounts receivable management

Team management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Job Purpose

Joining a dynamic and fast paced retail group with over 40 years of experience in the toy industry, you play a pivotal role within the finance function. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you are responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable function, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely collections, and effective cash flow management to support the business’s financial health.

This role places a strong emphasis on team leadership and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with our UK and international partners. Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills are essential, as you work closely with internal teams and external partners to resolve queries, improve processes, and support strategic decision making across the business.

Skills & Experience

1. Minimum 3 years’ experience within accounts receivable.
2. Minimum 2 years’ experience in team management.
3. Experience working with business stakeholders and external parties.
4. Ability to manage a team and work cross-functionally.
5. Strong knowledge of AR processes, cash application, and reconciliation.
6. Strong communication and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collections.
• Oversee cash application and reconciliation of customer accounts.
• Monitor aged debt reports and implement strategies to reduce overdue balances.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve billing disputes and improve customer experience.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including franchisees, auditors and collection agencies when required.
• Develop and maintain AR policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.

For further details about the role, please consult the Job Profile.

Benefits

• Birthday Leave plus 33 days of holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Annual Bonus scheme
• Retail Trust & Virtual GP
• Pension salary sacrifice
• Flexible access to your pay via Wage Stream
• Generous toy discount
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• High Street and leisure discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Cover

So, if you've got a passion for toys and making a difference in a business that is going places, apply now!