Accounts Receivable Team Leader
Eaton Syalon are delighted to be working with our Derbyshire based client to recruit this key hire into their Credit / AR function.
The role is an exciting opportunity to lead a small team, in a large business setting. You'll play a key role in ensuring strong financial controls, supporting continuous improvement, and creating a positive, collaborative team environment.
As the Accounts Receivable Team Leader, you'll oversee the day-to-day activities of the team, ensuring transactional processes are completed accurately, controls are maintained, and service levels are consistently achieved. You'll be a hands-on leader who enjoys solving problems, supporting colleagues, and driving operational excellence.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a real impact while developing your leadership skills within a growing business that values its people.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, motivate and support a small Accounts Receivable team in a fast-paced environment
* Ensure all accounts receivable processes are completed accurately and within agreed timescales
* Monitor and maintain financial controls, ensuring compliance with internal procedures
* Manage and resolve unallocated cash queries
* Process and review Direct Debit collections
* Complete complex account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
* Review and approve invoices and credit notes
* Provide guidance, coaching and day-to-day support to team members
* Assist with the training and development of new and existing colleagues
* Provide cover for the Accounts Receivable Manager during periods of annual leave or absence
* Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake additional responsibilities as required
Person Profile:
We're looking for someone who combines strong technical accounts receivable knowledge with excellent leadership skills.
* Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable Team Leader / Credit Control Team Leader or similar supervisory role
* A strong finance background with a solid understanding of accounts receivable processes and controls
* Experience managing reconciliations and resolving complex account queries
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-moving environment
* High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop others
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
* Confidence working with finance systems and Excel
You'll be someone who leads by example, builds positive relationships, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You enjoy finding solutions, supporting your team to succeed, and maintaining high standards in everything you do.
If you're looking for your next leadership opportunity within a supportive and growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you