READY FOR A NEW CHALLENGE?

Are you looking for work that makes a difference? Do you want to work with people who learn and grow together?
If so, Opencast could be the place for you. We’re a growing tech consultancy that creates user-centred solutions with purpose for our clients in government and business.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in an accounts receivable or accounting team, with a strong understanding of related processes.
• Able to take ownership of tasks and follow them through, while knowing when to ask questions or seek support.
• Comfortable analysing information to identify issues and develop practical solutions.
• Confident in balancing priorities by considering different perspectives, deadlines, and business needs.
• A relevant qualification or equivalent hands-on experience in a finance-related role.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Visit our website or email careers@opencastsoftware.com.
We are not working with recruitment agencies on this vacancy. If you are interested in this position, please apply directly with Opencast.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: £27,000.00-£34,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1A

THE ROLE

We’re looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist/Manager to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover a maternity leave, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.
In this role, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day Accounts Receivable operations - from managing customer accounts and credit control to ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
You’ll play a key part in maintaining healthy cash flow and supporting compliance with internal policies and external financial standards. Reporting into the Finance Manager, you’ll work closely with colleagues across the team to support the smooth running of financial processes.
We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience managing accounts receivable and a solid understanding of accounting principles, ideally gained through previous experience in a similar role.

WHAT YOU’LL DO WITHIN OUR TEAM

• Create client contracts in the ERP system, including setting billing rates and invoicing schedules.
• Generate and send accurate invoices to clients in a timely manner.
• Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up to ensure prompt payment.
• Record incoming payments and reconcile the accounts receivable ledger.
• Follow up with clients on overdue invoices in a professional and timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve billing or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all client communications and financial transactions.
• Prepare accounts receivable and revenue recognition reports and support the month-end close process.
• Work closely with internal teams to help resolve account-related queries or issues.
• Ensure all work complies with company policies and financial procedures.
• Provide back-up support for accounts payable tasks, including processing employee expenses and managing corporate credit cards.
• Support timesheet administration and reconciliation when required.
• Carry out treasury tasks such as preparing trade creditor payment runs and other ad hoc payments.
• Manage bank reconciliations and support treasury reporting.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and related reporting tasks.