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Location: Milton Keynes (4 days in and 1 day at home)
Contract Type: Full-time, Temp to perm

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable? Our client, a leading organisation in the automotive sector, is seeking a skilled individual to join their finance team in a dual-capacity role that supports vehicle billing, dealer payments, and parts invoicing.

This is a pivotal role that combines Accounts Receivable (AR) and Dealer Accounts Payable (AP) responsibilities, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and financial control. You'll be managing invoicing, debt recovery, dealer self-billing, and warranty-related transactions, while supporting internal teams and external partners.

Accounts Receivable (AR):

• Manage vehicle billing for retail and fleet sales, ensuring pricing and discounts are accurate.
• Coordinate with Sales, Fleet, and Dealer teams to process invoices and margin adjustments.
• Deliver invoices via email, portals, and other channels.
• Resolve invoice queries and monitor aged debt reports.
• Reconcile customer accounts and prepare debtor reports for month-end and year-end.

Dealer Accounts Payable (Self-Billing):

• Process and reconcile dealer self-billing transactions.
• Administer fleet sales support payments and warranty-related transactions.
• Maintain accurate dealer payment records and resolve AP queries.

Parts Billing:

• Manage invoicing for vehicle parts, including warranty and aftermarket claims.
• Reconcile parts transactions and support month-end reporting.
• Collaborate with Parts, Service, and Dealer teams to validate invoices.

Compliance & Process Improvement:

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and external regulations.
• Support audits with accurate documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements across AR and AP functions.

General Accounting Support:

• Assist with broader accounting and administrative duties as required.

• Proven experience in AR/AP roles, ideally within automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of billing, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator with internal teams and external partners.
• Proficient in finance systems and Microsoft Excel.

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• Conduct forensic investigations into suspected fraud, financial misconduct, and other irregularities.
• Analyse financial statements, transaction records, and other relevant documentation to identify patterns and anomalies.
• Quantify financial losses resulting from fraud, errors, or disputes.
• Prepare detailed reports, including findings, methodologies, and expert opinions, suitable for legal proceedings.
• Assist in the discovery and collection of evidence for litigation support.
• Provide expert witness testimony in court or other legal forums.
• Collaborate with legal counsel, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders during investigations.
• Develop and implement fraud prevention strategies and internal control recommendations.
• Conduct due diligence investigations for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Stay updated on the latest forensic accounting techniques, legal precedents, and regulatory changes.

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with relevant experience in forensic accounting.
• Proven experience in conducting financial investigations, fraud detection, and litigation support.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, auditing standards, and legal frameworks related to financial crime.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and forensic accounting software.
• Exceptional report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Willingness to travel as required for investigations and client meetings.

• Conduct thorough financial investigations into allegations of fraud, financial misconduct, and irregularities.
• Analyze complex financial data, including accounting records, transaction histories, and internal controls.
• Quantify economic losses and damages in litigation and dispute resolution scenarios.
• Prepare detailed forensic accounting reports, findings, and recommendations.
• Assist in the discovery process during litigation, including document review and interrogatory preparation.
• Provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings when required.
• Develop and implement robust internal control systems to prevent and detect financial irregularities.
• Liaise with legal counsel, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders throughout investigations.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and best practices in forensic accounting and fraud detection.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professional ethics throughout all engagements.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) is essential.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or auditing, with at least 2-3 years specifically focused on forensic accounting.
• Proven experience in fraud detection, financial investigation, and litigation support.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, auditing standards, and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques relevant to forensic investigations.
• Exceptional report writing and communication skills, including the ability to present complex findings clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with data analytics software is a plus.

• Conducting forensic accounting investigations into fraud, white-collar crime, and financial disputes.
• Analyzing large datasets to identify anomalies and patterns indicative of financial misconduct.
• Reconstructing financial records and tracing the flow of funds.
• Quantifying financial losses and assessing damages.
• Preparing detailed reports and presentations of findings.
• Providing expert witness testimony in legal proceedings.
• Collaborating with legal counsel, investigators, and regulatory bodies.
• Identifying and recommending improvements to internal controls to prevent future irregularities.

• Conduct forensic investigations into financial fraud, misconduct, and irregularities.
• Analyse complex financial data, accounting records, and electronic evidence.
• Reconstruct financial transactions and identify discrepancies.
• Perform asset tracing and recovery investigations.
• Quantify financial losses and damages in litigation support.
• Prepare detailed and objective forensic accounting reports.
• Assist legal counsel in case preparation and provide expert testimony.
• Adhere to strict confidentiality and professional ethics standards.
• Utilise specialised forensic accounting software and data analysis tools.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders as required.

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) with relevant forensic accounting experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or litigation support.
• Proven expertise in financial analysis, data interpretation, and report writing.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and evidential rules.
• Proficiency with forensic accounting software (e.g., CaseWare Working Papers, IDEA, Relativity) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines in a remote environment.
• High degree of integrity and attention to detail.

• Conduct comprehensive financial investigations into allegations of fraud, embezzlement, and other financial misconduct.
• Analyze complex financial records, transactions, and documentation to identify anomalies and irregularities.
• Reconstruct financial statements and trace the flow of funds.
• Quantify financial damages and losses resulting from fraudulent activities.
• Prepare detailed forensic accounting reports suitable for litigation and regulatory purposes.
• Assist legal counsel in case strategy development and discovery processes.
• Provide expert witness testimony in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.
• Collaborate effectively with law enforcement agencies, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards throughout all investigations.
• Stay current with forensic accounting techniques, fraud schemes, and relevant legal precedents.
• Utilize specialized forensic accounting software and data analytics tools.

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA) with a specialization in forensic accounting (e.g., CFAS, CFE).
• Significant experience (5+ years) in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or litigation support.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, auditing standards, and relevant legal statutes.
• Proven ability to analyze large datasets and reconstruct financial information.
• Experience in providing expert witness testimony is highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex findings clearly.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with forensic accounting software and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple investigations, and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity and discretion.