Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable / Credit Controller to manage the end‑to‑end sales ledger and credit control function within a fast‑paced international events business. The role is responsible for timely invoicing, cash collection, and accurate AR reporting, with active involvement in month‑end close processes using Salesforce and Certinia (FinancialForce).
Duties
Accounts Receivable
- Raise accurate and timely sales invoices in Salesforce and Certinia (FinancialForce) in line with contractual terms
- Maintain customer master data and ensure the integrity of the sales ledger
- Allocate customer payments promptly and resolve unallocated cash items
- Investigate and resolve invoicing and billing discrepancies
- Manage credit notes and billing adjustments where required
Credit Control
- Proactively chase outstanding balances via telephone and email
- Manage customer credit limits and payment terms in line with company policy
- Monitor overdue debt and escalate high‑risk accounts when appropriate
- Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
Month‑End & Financial Close
- Support the month‑end close process for Accounts Receivable in line with reporting deadlines
- Ensure the sales ledger is fully up to date and reconciled prior to close
- Review and resolve aged debt, credit balances, and outstanding queries
- Prepare and support AR reconciliations, including debtor and cash balances
- Assist with month‑end billing and revenue checks within Salesforce and Certinia
- Provide explanations for movements in debtor balances month‑on‑month
- Support internal and external audit requests relating to Accounts Receivable
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in Accounts Receivable and Credit Control
- Hands‑on experience with Salesforce and Certinia (FinancialForce) or similar finance systems
- Strong understanding of sales ledger management, cash allocation, and debt collection
- Experience supporting month‑end AR close activities
- Confident communicator with B2B credit control experience
- Strong Excel skills (PivotTables, lookups)
Desirable
- Experience in an events, exhibitions, media, or fast‑paced commercial environment
- Exposure to multi‑currency or international customers
- Experience working to tight month‑end deadlines
- Proven experience in accounts receivable or credit control roles within financial services or related industries.
- Strong proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft; familiarity with other systems like Data Entry tools is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data effectively and make informed decisions regarding credit limits and collections.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle telemarketing activities confidently while maintaining professionalism on the phone.
- Knowledge of accounts payable processes and familiarity with various accounting platforms enhances your effectiveness in this role.
- Prior experience handling multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment is highly desirable.
Personal Attributes
- Proactive, organised, and resilient
- Strong attention to detail and ownership of tasks
- Commercially aware and customer‑focused
- Comfortable working in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment
Working Arrangement & Benefits
- Hybrid working: 4 days office‑based, 1 day remote (Friday)
- Early finish: 1pm on remote working day
- Exposure to a global events business and collaborative finance team
- Competitive salary plus up to 20% discretionary bonus
Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free fitness classes
- Private medical insurance
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in dealing with international debt collection?
Experience:
- Accounts receivable: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Farringdon, Greater London (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Farringdon (Greater London, Greater London Region)
