Receivables Collector

Southampton - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Finance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

Please note: this is a 12 month fixed term opportunity

The Collections team is integral to our firm supporting client engagement teams by managing and recovering outstanding fees. We excel in dispute resolution debt recovery through legal avenues and handling client insolvency all while fostering a cash-centric culture to enhance the firms sustainable working capital.

As a member of our dynamic and diverse Collections team youll play a vital role in maximising cash collection and minimising aged debt. You will be a confident communicator with a tenacious approach using the most effective communication strategies with your portfolio of clients. Embracing new technologies and smarter working methods youll deliver optimal value to our business stakeholders

What your days will look like:

Manage a personal portfolio of the firms clients to ensure timely payment of outstanding fees meticulously documenting each action in the collections system.
Leverage technology to efficiently prioritize tasks and achieve peak performance.
Identify payment barriers and collaborate with internal stakeholders to swiftly resolve issues according to established procedures.
Partner with the three Receivables teams to enhance cash collection and create proactive strategies to reduce aged debt.
Engage actively with the Cash Allocation team to facilitate the prompt and precise allocation of client payment receipts.

The role is for you if:

you are familiar with other operational finance areas such as cash management allocation and accounts payable is a plus.
you have relevant qualifications (advantageous but not essential)
you possess strong influencing and negotiation skills effectively collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders to secure optimal outcomes for the firm.
you are a confident communicator skilled in active listening situation interpretation and leveraging influence to achieve the best results.
you are a self-motivated team player who thrives in collaborative environments building meaningful relationships with clients and stakeholders.
you are adaptable and resilient embracing change with a flexible mindset.
you are driven and persistent committed to achieving both personal and team success.

What youll receive from us:

No matter where you may be in your career or personal life our benefits are designed to add value and support recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.

We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.

Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

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Required Skills

Optional Skills

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Travel Requirements

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Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

Government Clearance Required

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Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesIndustry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismFinanceManagement LevelAssociateJob Description & SummaryPlease note: this is a 12 month fixed term opportunityThe Collections team is integral to our firm supporting client engagement teams by managing and recovering outsta...