Accounts Receivable Manager

Please note this is a 12 month fixed-term contract. Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Location: Based at Head Office, Lupton. Hybrid working option available after successful completion of probation Huge Small Victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. For children with complex needs the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff‑to‑child ratio and in‑house clinical teams, we’re proud to have a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. Get out what you put in As an Accounts Receivable Clerk you will be responsible for supporting the Group’s Accounts Receivable function. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time. This will provide a good understanding of our business model and will provide for the right candidate the ability to grow into the business. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: Salary: £35,000-£40,000 Training: Ongoing professional development. Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays) Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities Bring your whole‑self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. Here’s what we need from you; Main Responsibilities Overseeing all aspects of the fee sheet reconciliation process, which includes managing new starters and leavers including fee calculations, raising and distributing invoices/credit notes and then updating the ledgers accordingly. Overseeing the creation of contracts, billing schedules and revenue recognition in our financial system for all new starters. Working alongside our Commercial department to ensure these are created based on signed contractual agreements with Local Authorities. Accounts Receivable and Credit Control Lead and manage the accounts receivable team to ensure efficient operations and collection of receipts Monitor aging reports, and actively work with our Commercial department to ensure that overdue accounts are minimised Develop and implement collection strategies and policies. Maintain accurate records of all receivables and reconciliations. Prepare monthly AR reports and forecasts for senior management. Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. Support the annual audit process providing necessary documentation. Assist the Commercial department in setting up new local authorities as well as maintaining and developing detailed records in relation to payment terms and contacts for both existing and new authorities. Providing support in other wider Finance tasks as required. Join the UK’s best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose‑led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our policy on the recruitment of ex‑offenders please click here. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr