Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist

Location: Borehamwood with a hybrid working model  

Salary: Circa £36,000

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm with half an hour lunch break

Are you an ambitious finance professional with a deep understanding of the Order-to-Cash cycle? Are you confident in your accounting principles and ready to make a tangible impact on a newly formed team?

We are partnering with a highly respected, global healthcare provider to find an innovative Accounts Receivable Specialist. This is a unique opportunity to join a brand-new team where your ideas will directly shape best practices, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement across the AR function. If you are a self-starter who thrives on ownership and wants to play a pivotal role in financial success, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and issue accurate invoices in line with contractual terms via email and billing portals.
• Collaborate across internal departments to validate billing data and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
• Maintain meticulous records of all billing activities and adjustments.

• Take full ownership of the credit control process to optimize cash flow and reduce debtor days.
• Manage aged debt and proactively collect outstanding balances while building strong, professional customer relationships.
• Act as the primary contact for billing queries, investigating disputes, and negotiating structured repayment plans.

• Reconcile customer accounts and ensure precise payment allocations.
• Provide critical support during month-end and year-end close processes.
• Deliver regular reports on debtor status, risk exposure, and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal financial controls, regulatory requirements, and audit preparation.

Our client truly values their people, offering an industry-leading benefits package designed to support your career, health, and work-life balance:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
• 24-hour digital GP service and comprehensive wellbeing activities
• Competitive pension contributions and Life Assurance.
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can enjoy crucial family milestones.
• A massive range of retail discounts, special offers, and lifestyle rewards.

Note: Safely recruiting staff is a priority. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a standard DBS disclosure.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted.

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