Accounts Receivable Analyst in Bedford

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely debt collection, and comprehensive reporting. You will work closely with both internal teams and external customers to resolve queries and improve cash flow. This is a dynamic role that offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and streamline procedures within the AR function. This role is ideal for individuals who are eager to take on responsibility, develop their skills, and work in a collaborative environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the accuracy of the accounts receivable ledger.
• Raise and manage invoices/credit notes promptly, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Address and resolve queries efficiently, ensuring timely resolution and customer satisfaction.
• Drive the overall debt collection to ensure timely cash flow and reduce aged debt.
• Manage overdue accounts and minimize aged debts.
• Collaborate with the team to review customer accounts and implement credit control procedures.
• Prepare and deliver accurate reports including aged debtor analysis, cash flow forecasting, and AR KPIs.
• Provide detailed insights and recommendations for process improvements to stakeholders and management.
• Lead initiatives to automate and streamline AR and collections procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within AR.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute AR-related projects.
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment within the AR team.
• Support the team and other departments with queries, audit requests, and reporting requirements.
• Actively participate in month-end processes including reconciliations, reporting, and closure activities.
• Support management with ad-hoc requests and audits as needed.
• Provide coverage and support for Accounts Payable during peak times or periods of high workload.
• Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times.

Person Specification

Experience

• Familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Proven experience in accounts receivable, credit control, and debt collection.
• Experience in handling reporting and reconciliations.
• Experience driving process improvements and implementing changes.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, and reporting).
• Strong understanding of AR processes and systems.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work collaboratively with internal teams and customers.

Personal Behaviours

• A proactive self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and support colleagues when needed.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving results.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Adaptable and flexible, particularly during peak workloads or changes in priorities.

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent experience is preferred but not essential.

Other

• Flexibility to travel as and when required (if applicable).
• Full UK driving licence (if applicable).
• Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check (if applicable).

Additional Information

For you as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy, and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us, you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the UK, this includes:

• Life Cover
• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
• Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation, and Integrity.
• Healthcare cashback plans
• Generous holiday benefits
• Contributory pension schemes
• Attractive family-friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
• Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

Learn more about UTAC and what we do at [website]. Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

UTAC does not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions, and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time

Key Skills

• Journal Entry
• Customer Service
• Collection effort
• A/R Management
• Past due Account
• General Ledger Accounting
• Accounting
• Excel
• Payroll
• Financial statement
• Collection procedures
• Customer Account Delinquents
• Account Direct Reports
• Timely collections

Experience years

Vacancy 1