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Accounts Receivable Team Leader

Manchester | Hybrid | Finance

Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable professional ready to take the lead?

We're looking for a confident, proactive Accounts Receivable Team Leader to oversee end-to-end AR operations, drive continuous improvement and lead a high-performing team.

The Role

• Lead and manage day-to-day Accounts Receivable processes
• Drive cash collection and reduce aged debt
• Allocate workloads, monitor KPIs and ensure deadlines are met
• Coach, develop and motivate the team through regular 1:1s and targeted training
• Maintain strong financial controls and accurate processes
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and performance
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Support wider finance and commercial initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in an Accounts Receivable environment
• Previous team leadership or people-management experience
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail
• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Confident challenging processes and influencing positive change
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with financial systems; Dynamics 365/AX knowledge is desirable
• If you're a hands-on AR leader who thrives on improving processes, developing people and delivering results, we'd love to hear from you