Accounts Receivable Leader – Hybrid, High-Impact Cash Flow

Company: Headstar
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Location: Blackburn
Job Description:

This isn’t just about maintaining a ledger, it’s about owning the heartbeat of cash flow.

As Sales Ledger Manager, you’ll lead a team responsible for managing high-volume accounts receivable activity, ensuring cash is collected efficiently, revenue is protected, and processes remain robust as the business grows.

What you’ll be doing:

This isn’t just about maintaining a ledger, it’s about owning the heartbeat of cash flow.

As Sales Ledger Manager, you’ll lead a team responsible for managing high-volume accounts receivable activity, ensuring cash is collected efficiently, revenue is protected, and processes remain robust as the business grows.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading, mentoring, and developing a sales ledger / accounts receivable team

  • Overseeing high-volume invoicing and cash allocation processes

  • Managing complex billing queries, credit notes, and account reconciliations

  • Driving effective credit control strategies to minimise aged debt and improve cash flow

  • Partnering with finance and operational teams across multiple sites

  • Reviewing and improving processes to strengthen controls and efficiency

  • Supporting acquisitions and integrations from a sales ledger perspective

  • Working closely with system support teams to ensure smooth month-end close

  • Producing reporting on debtor performance, risks, and cash collection metrics

  • Contributing to wider finance transformation and improvement projects

What they’re looking for:

  • Experience leading or supervising a sales ledger, credit control, or transactional finance team

  • Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and cash collection cycles

  • Confidence working cross-functionally across finance and operations

  • Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis)

  • Experience with financial systems

  • Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment

  • Exposure to acquisitions or business change would be advantageous

What you’ll get:

  • Salary up to £40,000 (depending on experience)

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • The opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team

  • Hybrid working for flexibility and focus

Click “Apply Now” to find out more.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026