Specialist, Accounts Receivable
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 4121 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Compass Lexecon is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4121 Credit controllers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Compass Lexecon is a world-leading economic consultancy. We advise on economic issues related to competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy, intellectual property, and the assessment of damages, across all industries.
With more than 700 professionals, including 170+ Ph.D. economists, based in 25 offices around the world, Compass Lexecon offers a global perspective on economic matters. Our economists produce creative, compelling solutions, underpinned by rigorous economic thinking and cutting-edge analysis. We have advised clients in matters before regulatory agencies and courts in over 120 jurisdictions.
An exciting opportunity has arisen in our International Finance team for an Accounts Receivable Specialist.
This role is ideally suited to someone who is experienced in accounts receivable (AR) collection activities, ideally within a professional services environment, is fully conversant in work in progress (WIP), billing and AR, who possesses excellent communication, organisational and time management skills. The individual in this role will target day sales outstanding (DSO) reduction through effective, professional AR collection and assist with the timely WIP to AR conversion process.
Experience of WIP and AR in a matrix structured organisation is preferred but not essential, additionally experience in professional services would be beneficial. Compass Lexecon is keen to invest in this role by offering study support and attractive benefits.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct AR collection directly with clients to reduce DSO and enhance cashflow (note: AR collection is often between intermediaries, primarily law firms, due to the nature of the consulting work and the professional services sector).
- Review client AR balances with internal Project Managers to drive collections.
- Reconcile accounts and resolve queries and discrepancies.
- A number of years of AR collection experience gained within a professional services environment.
- Experience working with international or multi-currency accounts.
- Professional approach to chasing outstanding AR with blue chip clients.
- Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Able to work under pressure to manage multiple priorities.
- A team player, demonstrable experience of working in a close finance team.
- Organised and professional approach to reminding internal clients regarding outstanding AR balances.
- Knowledge of eBilling platforms would be desirable.
- Fluency in English language is essential.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Compass Lexecon, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Credit controllers (SOC 4121) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~22k in sample- Middle half £25,896–35,828
- Median £29,588
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Compass Lexecon holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 4121 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.