Accounts Receivable Specialist
4 days ago
Borehamwood
Accounts Receivable Specialist £33,000 per annum + benefits Permanent | Hybrid (3 days office-based) Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire AAT Qualification Preferred We’re working with a respected healthcare services provider who needs a sharp, hands-on Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their growing finance team based in Borehamwood. You’ll be joining a collaborative finance team that values accuracy, accountability, and open communication. They’re a close-knit bunch who take pride in getting things right first time. This is a hybrid role (minimum 3 days a week in the office) where you’ll take full ownership of the end-to-end billing process, from invoicing and reconciliations to credit control and cash allocation. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external funders to maintain a strong cash position and ensure financial accuracy across all transactions. What makes you right for this: • Prepare and deliver accurate invoices aligned with contract requirements., • Uploading invoices via customer portals or sending directly by email., • Liaising with internal validation teams to confirm billing data and resolve any discrepancies., • Acting as the main contact for payment discussions., • Keep on top of aged debt and follow up promptly to maintain healthy cash flow (NHS and local authorities)., • Negotiating repayment plans and maintaining detailed communication records., • Reconciling accounts and preparing month-end debtor reports., • Supporting audit requirements and contributing to process improvements., • Ensuring compliance with internal controls and external financial standards. What We’re Looking For: • Necessary: Experience in healthcare, local authority, or service-based sectors., • Proven experience covering the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process (Sales-to-Cash)., • Strong understanding of financial systems and accounting principles., • Advanced Excel skills, especially with reconciliations and large data sets., • Confident communicator able to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders., • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines., • Familiarity with NHS or council billing processes is desirable., • AAT qualification or equivalent experience is desirable but not essential if you have strong AR experience. What’s On Offer • Salary: £33,000 per year (open to negotiation for strong experience), • Perks: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus your birthday off, • Company pension scheme and life assurance., • Access to wellbeing resources and a 24-hour GP helpline., • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities., • Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote (after induction). Who This Role Suits This position will suit someone who’s naturally analytical, assertive, and detail-driven, with a strong background in accounts receivable and credit control. If you’re confident dealing with funders, comfortable with reconciliations, and enjoy improving processes — this could be a great next step for you. If this sounds like the next step in your finance career, send your CV to Lochlan Dolman at or call 07537162494