My client is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Team Lead to oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of an Accounts Receivable team. This role is responsible for ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all AR processes while providing leadership, guidance, and support to team members.
This role will be initially 5 days on site in Cork with view to hybrid working after training period.
This role will work with a large finance team of over 20 people and work closely with team of 3 in AR. The ideal person for this role, will have previous experience of leading a team and have excellent relationship building skills.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the AR team, including workload allocation, team meetings, and ongoing support.
- Oversee the bank reconciliation process and review reconciliations prepared by the team.
- Review and approve credit applications, manage customer accounts, and monitor overdue balances.
- Implement effective follow-up strategies to ensure timely collections and reduce aged debtors.
- Analyse aged debtor reports and develop strategies to enhance productivity, accuracy, and compliance with AR policies.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and provide regular reports to management.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for escalated queries or account issues.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members to support their professional growth.
- Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- Proven experience leading and motivating a finance or AR team.
- Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes and credit management principles.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with customers, colleagues, and management.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial reporting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity, get in touch with me today.
