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Eager to lead in a thriving logistics company? Jump into our Accounts Receivable Manager role right here in our state of the art
Bedford HQ.
You'll be working Monday to Friday, 37.5hrs in this hybrid role. The salary is up to £45k d.o.e.
Benefits
We have an onsite gym and discount PureGym memberships, Wagestream, 33days of annual leave including bank holidays as well as the
option to buy more, free flu vaccine, a workplace pension, access to SimplyHealth and other perks.
You’ll also have access to My Rewards our benefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback and savings.
Purpose of the role
This role focuses on the efficient and measurable collection of customer accounts to maintain the company's cash flow.
Responsibilities include ensuring payments are received on time, resolving issues promptly, and managing disputes effectively.
The role involves open communication with full-service order-to-cash clients to address overdue debts and will require
collaboration with all departments at Movianto UK.
The goal is to support the company’s financial health, manage risks, analyse financials, and drive continuous improvement to
achieve "Best in Class" standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the accounts receivable team in a continuous improvement setting.
* Manage customer and client interactions professionally via various channels to resolve issues.
* Oversee payment queries and fund allocation in company and client accounts.
* Maintain the Advanced Collections Tool on Oracle with up-to-date notes.
* Ensure automatic sending and recording of dunning letters.
* Collaborate with clients on credit management and escalate bad debts as needed.
* Monitor KPIs, achieve debt collection targets, and support process automation.
* Handle month-end AR processes and assist with financial duties and ad hoc reporting.
* Prioritise customer satisfaction and maintain accuracy, organisation, and transparency.
* Work with Finance Team Leads to support business growth and financial health.
* Ensure adherence to SOPs and training compliance.
* Lead by example, ensuring clear roles, HR responsibilities, and a positive work environment.
* Motivate and develop the team with clear KPIs, fair practices, and effective communication.
Technical and Behavioral Skills
* Strong grasp of financial compliance and MS Excel for business reporting.
* Excellent analytical skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-finance personnel.
* Independent and target-oriented with a proactive problem-solving approach.
* Skilled in building relationships across the business and managing similar roles.
* Knowledgeable in Accounts Receivable, Credit Management, and KPI management.
* Experience with Oracle EBS or Oracle Cloud is advantageous.
* Awareness of the logistics sector and effective communication with management and stakeholders.
* Ability to adapt in a changing business environment and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
* Ability to work with, manage and empathize with colleagues and customers from varied backgrounds and cultures
* Takes ownership of innovation projects and drives them from ideation to implementation.
* Solicits and values client feedback to identify areas for improvement and enhance service quality.
* Raising the profile of teams within the wider business by recognising their contribution and celebrating their successes.
* Drive a culture of honesty and credibility, can be depended on to to be fair and consistent.
* Sets clear goals and expectations, with high standards for teammates
Movianto / Walden Group is an equal opportunity employer. All tasks must be carried out in compliance with the company and country
legislation and practices, health and safety at work and environment guidelines relevant to the market in which the role is
operational in. Please note the list above is not exhaustive and we expect the post holder to be flexible within the framework of
the job definition. Movianto / Walden Group seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital
/ civil partnership status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin,
colour, sexual orientation or disability. Movianto / Walden Group apply all relevant Data Protection laws when processing your
Personal Data. If you choose to apply to this opportunity and share your CV or other personal information with Movianto/ Walden
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other relevant opportunities at Movianto/ Walden Group.