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IntroductionSheffield Haworth is a global consultancy founded in 1993. We have a history of assisting our clients in realizing their potential and delivering a competitive advantage in a fast-changing world. Our vision is to be a leading global consultancy in people and transformational change. Our services include Executive Search, On-demand Interim executives, Strategic Research and advisory, Change Consulting, and Leadership Advisory.The RoleThe Accounts Receivable Assistant will work closely with the Assistant Accountant (AA) and the Group Finance Manager (GFM).The Accounts Receivable Assistant will be responsible for the accounts receivable function of multiple entities in different jurisdictions. This role will undertake the day-to-day tasks of the AR function including reviewing contracts and invoicing based on the contents of the contract, reconciling the monthly sales back to the ledger and working with the wider organization to improve performance. This role will also include ad hoc project work as required by the Group FM/ AA as the business streamlines its processes ready for the next stage of growth. The role will also interact with senior finance and management individuals within the organization.*The team is based out of United Kingdom and hence the working hours will be as per UK time*Duties and Responsibilities of an Accounts Receivable Assistant include:Review Contracts to determine billing requirements and revenue recognitionCreate invoices per contract requirements in a timely mannerManage end to end AR cycle and reconciliationUpdate reconciliations per month end close schedulesDefine, document, and update process documents for accounts receivablesProvide support for the sales and services organizations on various queriesHandling day-to-day finance and customer queriesEnsuring the financial information in the ledger is up to dateSupport the accounts payable and wider finance function with any ad hoc tasksStreamlining and automating processes to create capacity for the teamAd-hoc Financial Analysis as requiredWhat one needs to succeed?At least 3 years’ experience in Accounts ReceivableExperience of working on contracts/reviewing contractsExperience in invoice generationStrong English language skillsStrong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindsetComfortable with dealing with challenging characters and sticking to the contract details.Systems and IT focused with advanced Microsoft Excel skillsGood communicator and strong team playerExperience with SAP Business One or similar accounting system would be beneficialExperience with UK sales invoicing and other main international trading hubs (including VAT/GST treatment) would be beneficialSkills & AttributesKeeping your finger on the pulse of updated industry news regarding clients and key development on the market.You will create and execute strategies and tactics for self and others that build and improve relationships with clients.Best Practices -You will ensure that best practices are deployed Ensure all information gathered is entered and that all new and updated entries follow the company minimum requirements are correctly skill coded and that contact logs reflect conversations and meetings.Collaboration - working proactively with consultants to prepare presentations for client pitches. This may include market/product analysis, competitor structures, organizational charts, salary/benefits information and any other bespoke research required. As required deliver Research & Advisory projects on topics such as perception analysis, compensation, diversity and headcount, team structures, product analysis.We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with the Equality Act 2010, we value diversity at our company; it is an essential part of our success. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or maternity, marital/civil partnerships, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender or gender reassignment, disability or race including; colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin.Please visit our website to find out more about the company.If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV to s.sethi@