Credit Control Manager (Temp)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Working Capital Manager to join our Finance team, based in A&O Shearman’s Belfast Office.
Finance team – Belfast
The Belfast Finance department provides services to the A&O Shearman network of offices covering management and financial accounting & reporting, revenue control, credit control, accounts payable and tax. Main offices currently served are London, Belfast, US, South Africa, Dubai, Israel, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany.
There is a strong client service ethic, and we work to Service Level Agreements, targets and deadlines to deliver in line with client expectations.
The Working Capital Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Working Capital Manager to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the firm’s working capital function. The Working Capital Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations-spanning billing, cash allocation and collections - ensuring timely execution and adherence to best-in-class standards. Cultivate an inclusive, high-performance culture where individuals feel empowered, heard, trusted, accountable for their contributions, sense of belonging and equipped to excel.
Actively coach and mentor team members, promoting innovation, ownership, and professional growth.
Collaborate closely with the Senior Working Capital Manager to implement initiatives that strengthen cash flow, improve operational efficiency, and enhance overall performance.
Support the execution of the strategic roadmap for working capital transformation, aligning with firm-wide objectives.
Contribute to projects that promote innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
Process Improvement, KPI’s & Quality Assurance
Define, track, and analyse key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress, inform decision-making, and drive continuous improvement.
Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality outputs that meet or exceed internal and client expectations, while maintaining full compliance with firm policies and standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with global stakeholders, including Partners, Finance Business Partners, and client teams.
Collaborate across global finance functions to share best practices and deliver a seamless working capital strategy.
Proven experience leading large, high-performing finance or working capital teams in a professional services or complex business environment.
High degree of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
Commitment to inclusion, empowerment, and developing others.
Experience with legal or professional services working capital processes (billing, WIP, collections) is highly desirable.
Proficiency with financial systems and data tools; able to interpret and leverage data for decision-making and insight generation.
Self-aware, open to feedback, and committed to personal and professional growth.
Flexible, resilient, and solutions-oriented - able to navigate complexity and change with confidence.
Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.
We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here .
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