Accounts Receivable (AR) Manager

Location: Oxford Science Park (Hybrid 23 days on site)

At Oxford Nanopore Technologies we are redefining whats possible in molecular sensing. Our pioneering nanopore-based technology is transforming scientific discovery and healthcare by enabling real-time accessible DNA and RNA sequencing across research clinical and applied markets globally. As a fast-growing innovative organisation with an international footprint we are building scalable finance capabilities to support the next stage of our growth journey.

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and transform our global Accounts Receivable and Credit Control function.

This role will drive measurable improvements in cash collection credit risk management and DSO reduction while building a best-in-class Order-to-Cash function across people process systems and automation/AI.

You will lead a team of AR specialists and partner closely with Sales Customer Service Treasury Group Reporting and IT.

• Own the AR strategy and Order-to-Cash roadmap
• Lead and develop the AR and Credit Control team
• Drive DSO reduction and cash collection performance
• Establish robust credit risk governance and policies
• Analyse AR data to identify risks and resolve issues
• Own AR systems (Dynamics 365) including workflows and controls
• Drive adoption of automation e-invoicing and AI solutions
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across Order-to-Cash
• Support IFRS 9 provisioning and bad debt management
• Partner cross-functionally to improve billing accuracy and collections
• Deliver clear reporting on AR performance and risks
• Contribute to wider Finance transformation initiatives

• Extensive experience leading AR / Credit Control globally
• Strong track record in improving collections and reducing DSO
• Deep understanding of Order-to-Cash and credit risk
• Experience driving transformation (process systems policy)
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Data-driven with a KPI-focused mindset
• ERP experience (Dynamics 365 preferred)
• Desirable AI capability: Demonstrated experience piloting or implementing AI-enabled solutions (e.g. Microsoft 365 Copilot Power Automate) to enhance Order-to-Cash processes (credit control collections) and drive measurable efficiency gains

• Opportunity to transform a critical global finance function
• High-impact role with measurable business outcomes
• Fast-growing innovative and purpose-driven environment
• Exposure to cutting-edge finance systems and AI adoption