Accounts Receivable Specialist

Building a sustainable tomorrowBAM UK & Ireland is recruiting an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist. This position will involve a mixture of working from home and our Hemel Hempstead office. BAM operates a flexible working policy.This is a full time position working 8.30am-5pm, Monday to Friday.Making PossibleWork as part of a small team with a varied workload to ensure the timely, efficient processing and collection of Accounts Receivables across UK&I. Engage closely with all stakeholders and in particular project staff and customers to ensure requests for invoices/authenticated receipts are raised and subsequently collected and allocated in a timely manner. The AR team works collaboratively across functions to ensure consistent coverage and support across all business segments.• Validate and process customer invoices and credit notes accurately.• Resolve duplicates, discrepancies, and manage credit note issuance.• Handle high-volume invoicing within SLAs and maintain audit-ready records.• Respond promptly to customer and Commercial queries and manage shared mailboxes.• Reconcile customer accounts and statements efficiently.• Prepare AR reports (aged debt, cash collection) and monitor KPIs.• Implement credit control measures to reduce overdue debt and bad risk.• Apply payments accurately and maintain data integrity in ERP systems (SAP, COINS, Rental Result, Direct Device).• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers, escalating issues as needed.• Work to strict deadlines and support ad hoc finance projects.Your teamThis position will involve a mixture of working from home and our Hemel Hempstead office. BAM operates a flexible working policy.What's in it for you?In addition to an attractive salary we offer a significant benefits package which could include;⦁ Competitive salary⦁ A wide range of family friendly policies⦁ 8% matched pension contributions⦁ Private healthcare⦁ Life assurance⦁ 26 days holiday⦁ 2 wellbeing days⦁ 1 volunteering day⦁ Personal and professional development⦁ Flexible benefit potWhat do you bring to the role?Experience working in an Accounts Receivable Credit Control, or Sales Ledger with experience in invoice processing, reconciliations, and customer management.Be able to demonstrate strong attention to detail and work and work effectively as part of a collaborative team.Familiarity with digital finance tools and an interest in developing skills in automation and AI-enhanced processes will be advantageous.You have administrative skills, with the emphasis on accuracy rather than speed. You should have effective communication skills to be able to liaise with other departments / clients in a professional manner at all levels and most importantly be an enthusiast.• Proficiency in working with Microsoft Excel/Word and knowledge of SAP, COINS, AI, Concept, Livelink, Rental Results and Direct Device would be advantageous.Delivers high-quality results across Order to Cash (O2C), with working knowledge of related processes (R2R, S2P, H2R, MDM).Proficient in ERP systems and receivables automation tools, with a strong interest in advancing digital capabilities — including AI-driven data analytics, visualization, and problem-solving within transactional finance.• Demonstrate the BAM values.• Experience in the construction industry advantageous• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.• Focused on continuous process improvement.• Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure accurate data entry and allocation of all payments.• Pro-active approach to problems – the ability to spot potential errors and resolve.• Inquisitive and a hands-on, can-do attitude.• Ability to make decisions about referring potential problems to the Manager.• Strong written and oral communication skills• Strong analytical and problems solving skills• Willingness to learn and proactively resolve queriesAbout BAMBuilding a sustainable tomorrow. That's our mission and our promise at BAM. It's how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We're on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.The application processBAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at any time you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you. "Join us in Making Possible"