Accounts Receivable Team Leader - Robert Half : Job Details

Accounts Receivable Team Leader in Leeds - £31,000 to £34,000

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic team in a thriving business? We're looking for an experienced and motivated Accounts Receivable Team Leader to join our South Leeds office. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on a team while growing professionally in a supportive and flexible workplace.

About the Role:As the Accounts Receivable Team Leader, you will mentor and guide a team of Credit Controllers and Assistants, helping them reach their full potential while driving efficiencies. You'll oversee performance metrics, resolve complex queries, and ensure delivery of critical billing and reporting processes. Using your expertise, you'll also identify creative strategies to improve cash collections, reduce aged debt, and streamline operations.

You will play a vital role in:

• Conducting one-to-one development reviews and debt tracking sessions.
• Leading timely processing of invoicing, refunds, credits, and write-offs.
• Ensuring month-end activities align with Group financial calendars.
• Building excellent client relationships and solving problems with innovation.

Reporting directly to the Head of AR, you'll strike the perfect balance between motivating your team and knowing when to escalate issues when necessary.

What We're Looking For:

• At least 5 GCSEs (grades A-C), including Maths.
• Proficiency in billing and credit processes, Excel, Word, and ideally SAP.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and team-working skills.
• The ability to deliver targets, optimise cash collections, and improve debtor performance.

What We Offer:Your dedication deserves recognition, and we've got you covered:

• Competitive Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 based on skills and experience.
• Flexible Working: Work 3 days in-office, 2 days remotely, in line with our UK policies.
• Holiday & Pension: Enjoy 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to our Self-Invested Personal Pension.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private healthcare (including pre-existing conditions), life assurance, income protection, and employee assistance programs.
• Additional Perks: Voluntary benefits such as dental cover, season ticket loans, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, and even access to digital GP services

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