Job Title: Accounts Receivable Officer
Location: Havering
Term: temporary, initially 3 months
Rate: £18.34 PAYE
remote/hybrid working available after 6 weeks
Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Officer to join their dynamic Receivables Team. This vital role involves managing the collection of over 91,500 invoices per year for two councils, ensuring efficient debt recovery processes are upheld.
Key Responsibilities
- Raise and recover debts, including pursuing cases through the County Court and liaising with Bailiffs and Debt Collection Agents.
- Provide high-quality support and advice to customers, handling queries via phone, in person, and in writing.
- Tele-chase customers with outstanding invoices and negotiate payment arrangements.
- Trace debtors to secure current addresses and ensure timely payments.
- Administer debt accounts accurately, adhering to council procedures.
- Collaborate with various council departments to ensure accurate invoicing and efficient recovery actions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant statutory and regulatory legislation.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in debt collection or credit control within a large organisation.
- Proven track record of recovering debts via the County Court.
- Strong customer-focused approach with excellent negotiation skills.
- Confident, resilient, and capable of working under tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to connect with diverse backgrounds.
- A proactive thinker with the ability to handle a variable workload.
If you are an exceptional individual with a passion for customer service and debt recovery, this opportunity offers a chance to make a positive impact while working in a supportive and professional environment.
The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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