Accounts Receivable Leader - Luxury
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My name is Baptiste YLONEN and my client, a Luxury Hospitality firm, is looking for an Accounts Receivable Leader, for a permanent role.
Your missions
You will be responsible for overseeing the accounts receivable operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of income auditing processes. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a team effectively :
- Supervise and mentor the accounts receivable and income audit team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.
- Conduct regular catch-ups and provide feedback and training to team members
- Oversee the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, payment processing, and collections.
- Monitor the aging report and ensure debts are collected in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with various departments to ensure timely collection of payments and assessing any risks attached.
- Work closely with the collection agency if necessary
- Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely closing of the month end.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations
- Handle escalated guest inquiries and disputes regarding invoices and payments in a professional and timely manner.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements within the finance department and other departments.
- Lead initiatives and work with the Digital Transformation Analyst to automate manual processes and leverage technology to improve financial operations.
- Eenforce credit policies and procedures and conduct credit checks on new and existing customers to assess creditworthiness.
- Prepare for and coordinate internal and external audits related to accounts receivable and revenue recognition.
- Address audit recommendations and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Lead or participate in special projects and initiatives as assigned by senior management.
- Prepare ad-hoc reports and analysis as requested by senior management.
- Oversee the travel agency commission process and ensure payments and inquiries are addressed promptly.
Your profile
- AAT qualification (or degree in Accounting & Finance)
- Experience in Luxury Hospitality (mandatory)
- Enjoy managing a team and developing those around you.
- Work closely with the Finance Manager to drive the success of the business.