Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist - Manchester - Exciting FMCG Business - 28,000 - 31,000 DOE

We're partnering with a high-growth FMCG business to find a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 1 year of credit control and accounts receivable experience to join a dynamic finance team and grow their career in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.
The business is committed to supporting your development - including funding and mentoring through formal accounting qualifications - and offers exposure to a broad range of finance processes, systems, and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities

• Daily processing of bank transactions via ERP-bank integration
• Monitoring customer accounts and ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances
• Conducting follow-ups on overdue accounts and distributing weekly statements
• Investigating billing discrepancies and resolving short payments
• Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger and ensuring accurate postings
• Collaborating with sales, customer service, and finance teams to resolve invoicing issues
• Supporting month-end and year-end close processes
• Preparing aged debt reports and customer payment performance analysis
• Assisting with external audits and internal financial controls
• Leading quarterly Close Brothers audit process and liaising with auditors
• Supporting balance sheet and bank reconciliations
• Owning wholesale promotion accruals and reporting associated costs
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement across the finance function

Desirable Skills & Experience

• 1+ years in credit control and accounts receivable
  
• Experience in FMCG sectors (preferred but not essential)
  
• Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics NAV / Business Central or Power BI (bonus)
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)
• Working knowledge of UK and international accounting standards

Personal Attributes

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Collaborative team player with strong communication skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to produce actionable insights