Accounts Receivable Analyst

JOB PROFILE Job Profile Name Accounts Receivable Analyst Job Profile Code Business Name CFO Job Family Group Reports To (Title) Accounts Receivable Manager Location Glasgow (Hybrid) Business Need Car n/a Global Grade TBC Local Grade Range 3 Job Profile Summary Description At SGN, we rely on a meticulous financial system to drive our business forward. The accounts receivable (AR) department keeps that system running smoothly by managing cash flow and ensuring payments are received and revenue collected in a timely manner. We are searching for a skilled financial specialist to join our AR team to help manage master data, credit and risk, billing, collections, disputes and deliver reporting on key metrics in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The AR team member will have a daily ongoing impact on financial transactions, keeping us on track, on time and on good terms with our valued partners. Principal Accountabilities The key responsibilities of the role are: Run: Maintaining customer, price, product and tax master data and workflows Analysing customer profitability and costs Investigate and resolve queries from customers and other stakeholders Maintaining credit policies, establishing and monitoring credit limits and analysing credit risk Allocating, releasing, tracking, forecasting, changing and cancelling orders Handling self-billing, tax liabilities, revenue assurance and related reporting Performing reconciliations and settlements Setting collection targets, analysing AR ageing, executing collections, negotiating settlements and initiating legal action Validating deductions, issuing credit memos, performing appeasements and developing action plans Performing revenue accounting, processing bad debt, closing AR sub-ledger and reconciling indirect tax Generating and analysing financial reports People Management Responsibility (direct / indirect reports) Direct Reports 0 Number of people managed in total: Matrix Manager (cross-functional/dotted line) Manager of a team Teams Manager (manager of multiple teams) Supervisor Key Relationships Internal (excluding direct team and manager) External BSC Team Leads and Teams Finance, Legal and Operational Colleagues COE – Core Finance (e.g. Finance Business Partners) COE – Procurement Supply Chain Team Auditors 3rd party outsourcing provider for transactional Finance activities Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience Essential Desirable Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar finance role Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Experience with ERP systems Ability to work independently and as part of a team Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex tasks Version Control and Approval Version Date Author Reviewer Approver 1 [15/11/2024] MJ