ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE and CREDIT CONTROL MANAGER Watford ABOUT THE COMPANY Our client provides simple, employee-focused solutions designed to boost employee engagement across a variety of sectors in the UK. As one of the fastest growing companies in the UK, they have grown significantly over the past 3 years and are in the midst of a significant expansion. The development of the Finance function and this latest hire is a key part in supporting that growth. They offer an enjoyable working environment and an opportunity to work with a genuinely friendly, highly professional and hard-working team of people. They welcome applications from like-minded people. ABOUT YOU You will have full day to day ownership of the Credit Control, Invoicing and Accounts Receivable function. You will have the opportunity to play a key role in developing a robust and scalable finance platform - both systems and processes - to support and enable our continued growth. For the right candidate this role offers a rare combination of being able to play a lead role in the organisation's core financial operations together with the opportunity to be involved heavily in Finance Transformation for one of the UK's fastest growing companies. Purpose Ensuring the effective day to day operation of the Credit Control, Invoicing and Accounts Receivable function Assisting in the development of finance platforms and systems Helping to provide and communicate timely and accurate information to management to aid decision making. Core Responsibilities Client Suitability Assessment: Conducting and analysing credit check & cash flow forecast Work with Sales to adjust Terms and Conditions accordingly and ensure risks identified during the client suitability assessment are understood & escalated Maintain client related cash flow forecasts Payment assurance: monitoring bank to ensure payment received & following up with clients Bank reconciliation relating to client payments Bookings to SAGE for payments received .Bookkeeping: Positing journals to Sage relating to invoices and related payments Chasing client for late payments Credit control reporting: producing reports for communication to management. Analysing same to help management make informed decisions Calculation and production of client invoices Bookings to SAGE for payments received .Bookkeeping: Positing journals to Sage relating to invoices and related payments Additional Opportunities Assisting in the development of finance processes. We have recently implemented SAGE-50 as well as core processes to deliver the day to day deliverables above. The right candidate has the opportunity to become involved in developing these and making a real contribution to the way the department is run. Help establish and maintain robust controls, accounting policies and best practice within the finance team. Core Competencies AAT Part qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA or international equivalent Minimum 4 years in a similar function, ideally within a professional services or comparable organisation. Minimum of 2 years in a Management position Strong technical accounting skills in respect of Credit Control Excellent Excel skills and proficient in the general use of MS Office You value systems and have a demonstrable track record of enhancing processes and continuous process improvement. Solid and demonstrable experience in the majority of the day to day / periodic duties listed above. Meticulous attention to detail You are proactive, a hard worker and thrive in a growing, changing environment. Delivery oriented and energetic You are flexible, resilient and committed to this next stage of your career Positive attitude Organised, structured approach to tasks yet able to juggle multiple deliverables A genuine team player and able to build rapport with others Ability to think originally and creatively Highly professional conduct Excellent communication and people skills Desirable Experience in Sage 50 Accounting Ability to liaise confidently with a variety of clients.