Accounts Receivable Lead

Start date 29/04/2025
Time Type Full time
Mobile Work Not Remote

Your Benefits

Your Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Our enhanced pension scheme helps you plan for a secure future, with greater contributions to boost your retirement savings and give you peace of mind.

Continuous Training

Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programme.

Exclusive Discounts

Access to our discount portal to save money on your everyday spending, holidays, fitness & leisure.

Free Parking

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Health & Sports

Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for any mental, physical, financial, or personal challenges. It includes a hotline, personalised counselling, and a wealth of online resources to help you navigate life's ups and downs.

Holiday Bonus

Enhanced holiday entitlement with the ability to flex your holiday entitlement further with our buy and sell scheme.
Location
Liverpool Road, Eccles
Manchester
M30 7RF
United Kingdom
Company Name
Rhenus Logistics Ltd.
Business Unit
Road Freight
Reference ID JR108142
Contact Person
Paul Quinti
Job Category
Finance & Controlling

Job Description

What you can expect

At Rhenus, we believe everyone plays a crucial role and our people are the cornerstone of our success. By contributing your unique strengths and your dedication, you help shape our collective impact on the global stage. 

  

We value practical solutions and quick decisions, empowering you to take ownership and make a differenceBy turning fresh ideas into reality we embrace change and provide you the opportunity to unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. 

Recognised as a top employer, and united by a common goal, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diverse perspectives and fosters collaborationWe empower each other to drive growth and success.  

The future isn’t just built by the company – it’s shaped by each of us, working togetherJoin our Rhenus community to make an impact, and grow alongside a team of passionate people who are dedicated to making a difference.#empoweredbyyou 

We're looking for an Accounts Receivable lead who will be responsible for overseeing the Accounts Receivable Team within our Shared Services Organisation. The role ensures the effective management of the company’s AR processes, including the timely collection of outstanding debts, the accurate and timely posting of cash and the management and development of the AR Team.

The AR Lead will conduct regular 121s, performance reviews, and other associated people processes, providing leadership and guidance as well as developing and implementing best practices to improve results, efficiency, and effectiveness within the AR process.

Relationships will be key in this role and there will be an expectation to attend stakeholder meetings and work with the various Business units to ensure that a high level of service is provided to our clients.

Main Duties: 

  • Overall responsibility for all Accounts Receivables activities within the SSO.

  • Lead, coach, and motivate the AR team to achieve targets and maintain a productive environment.

  • Oversee the collection of outstanding debts and manage overdue accounts.

  • Act the first main escalation point for disputes and issues.

  • Present KPIs, collection and project updates and analysis to a variety of different stakeholders Drive and influence projects within the SSO.

  • Liaising with Rhenus branches including occasional branch visits.

  • Attendance of Business unit review and dispute meetings.

  • Identify and implement improvements in the AR processes.

  • Improve AR procedures and processes by contributing to the development and improvement of credit control processes and assessment against AR best practice.

  • Work closely with Financial Systems and other Finance team members to drive standardisation and automation in processing and reporting.

  • Lead, supervises and manage the performance of the AR Team.

  • Conduct 121, performance reviews, team meetings and daily huddles. Along with other associate people processes in line with HR company policy.

  • Provide resource cover for Team members during absence periods.

  • Any other Ad Hoc tasks deemed appropriate for the role of Accounts Receivable Lead.

 

    What you bring

    Key Competencies and Skills:

    • People Management – Essential.

    • Knowledge of SAP - Preferred

    • Highly motivated and able to work on own initiative without supervision.

    • Problem Solving and continuous improvement.

    • Strong leadership and team management abilities.

    • Excellent communication and negotiation skills and the ability to effectively interact with all levels within the organization in a professional manner.

    • Organised, analytical with a keen eye for detail.

    • A working knowledge of MS Office skills – particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

    • A basic knowledge of accounting principles preferred.

    • Ability to work under pressure with a high degree of accuracy and integrity.

    • Excellent planning and organising skills.

    Education and Experience:

    • ICM Qualification - Desirable

    • Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing teams

    • GCSE, Maths English or equivalent

     

    Business Unit

    Road Freight

    Logistics needs intelligent management so that goods are in the right place at the right time -our transport solutions guarantee exactly that. Rhenus Road Freight's product portfolio ranges from groupage freight, partial and full loads to hazardous goods, and special transports. Together with accompanying services such as insurance or customs, this results in individual and industry-specific full-service packages. We are pragmatic and uncomplicated. At the same time, our permanent course for growth opens up long-term perspectives for all our employees, whether they are specialists or career changers.
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    Welcome to Rhenus

    Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

    We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

    Recruitment Process

    Online application

    Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

    Application screening

    Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

    Selection Process

    Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

    Onboarding

    With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.

    Accounts Receivable Lead