Group Accounts Receivable & Payable Manager.

Robert Half are partnering with a well-established, multi-entity organisation within a growing commercial sector to recruit a Group Accounts Receivable & Payable Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical transactional finance function and drive improvements across processes, performance and cash flow management.

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The Role
Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, you will lead the end-to-end Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable function across the group. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining team management with process optimisation and strong commercial oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop teams across billing, credit control, and accounts payable
Oversee end-to-end AR processes including invoicing, cash allocation, and collections
Drive improvements in debtor management, reducing aged debt and improving cash collection cycles
Own credit control strategy, including credit risk, policies, and escalation procedures
Manage AP processes including supplier payments, reconciliations, and workflow efficiencies
Optimise working capital through effective management of payables and receivables
Implement and enhance financial controls, ensuring audit readiness and compliance
Deliver insightful reporting and KPI analysis (DSO, collections performance, cash flow)
Drive continuous improvement, automation, and standardisation across transactional finance
About You
Proven experience managing AR/AP or a transactional finance function
Strong understanding of credit control, cash flow management, and working capital
Track record of improving processes, controls, and team performance
Confident managing stakeholders and leading teams in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
What's on Offer
Salary up to £50,000
Hybrid working (4 days in Harlow, 1 from home)
Opportunity to lead and shape a group-wide finance function
Visible role with exposure to senior finance leadership
Growing business with a focus on operational excellence
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