Order to Cash Associate Basingstoke, England
Job description
Order to Cash Associate
1 Elmwood, Crockford Lane, Chineham Park
Basingstoke, RG24 8WG
United Kingdom
A job with Merlin isn’t like a job anywhere else. With attractions around the world, from rollercoasters to wax figures, we don’t trade in suits, handshakes or briefcases. We trade in fun. In smiles, shrieks and spine-tingles. In Memories. In magic. But there are no tricks behind our magic. Instead, there are people like you. Passionate, dedicated people who are committed to making sure our worldwide attractions and guests’ experiences are the best they can be.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and confident Order to Cash Associate (Accounts Receivable) to join our Finance Hub in Basingstoke on a fixed-term basis for 6 months.
About the Role...
As an Order to Cash Associate, you'll be responsible for maintaining customer credit records and ensuring payments are made on time. You'll chase outstanding invoices, allocate payments, and reconcile accounts to minimise bad debt. You'll communicate with internal and external contacts regarding credit, collections, and billing, and perform related research. You'll be responsible for meeting month-end deadlines, reviewing sales reports, and generating invoices. You'll also perform analysis and assist with month-end closure, perform reference checks on new customers, and provide weekly updates on the debtor's list. Additionally, you'll need excellent communication skills and must understand audit and compliance requirements while striving to improve KPIs.
About You...
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This role requires considerable experience within an accounts receivable/billing or credit and collections role;
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Effective verbal and written communication skills are required
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Ability to deal with difficult customers
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You will be a hard-working and proactive individual who is confident with all aspects of credit control/sales ledger
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You will be a team-player and comfortable confidently communicating with international and UK suppliers
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Requires strong analytical and decision making skills
- Requires strong interpersonal skills
The Perks...
We’re growing fast and alongside a fun and friendly environment, we offer a fabulous package and amazing prospects - ideal if you’re already fantastic and can quickly become even better (our magic can help here). Benefits include:
Pension
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Life Assurance
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Flexi-time
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Study support (with agreement to policy) should you wish to further develop your skills and progress in Finance
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Discretionary company bonus
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28 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
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Merlin Magic Pass which gives you and your friends and family free admission to all of our attractions worldwide, as well as 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% discount on LEGO.
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Excellent working environment located in our Finance Hub on a vibrant Business Park which offers facilities such as a café, gym and nursery.
- Perhaps the biggest benefits of joining us, however, are the outstanding opportunities for career development. We’re an expanding global business so for an ambitious individual there may be exceptional opportunities as you grow and develop.
Everyone Matters at Merlin...
At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.
Returning to Work...
As part of our approach, we welcome applications from people looking to return to work after a long career break.
We have an active Return to Work programme, which offers training, mentoring and more, to support with the transition back into working life. So, if you’ve been on a career break for any reason we can support you.
If you have any questions or if you require any adjustments due to disability or a medical condition, we'd love to hear from you at [email protected] and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.
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