Humayra Patel
Accounts Recievable Specialist
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About
Motivated and detail-focused finance professional with extensive experience in accounts receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Recently promoted to Accounts Receivable Team Leader, overseeing a team of five and ensuring operational accuracy across high-volume, multi-site environments. Skilled in SAP, Excel, and process improvement, with a proven ability to enhance efficiency and maintain compliance under pressure.
Experience
Accounts Receivable Specialist → Accounts Receivable Team Leader | Sept 2022 – Sept 2025
● Promoted to AR Team Leader, managing a team of five and overseeing daily accounts receivable operations, reconciliations, and reporting across 200+ Esso and Asda Express sites.
● Coordinated workloads, provided training, and reviewed team reconciliations to ensure accuracy, timely completion, and compliance.
● Generated and posted invoices, processed credit notes, and allocated incoming payments accurately using SAP.
● Managed daily cash and card reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, chargebacks, and variances efficiently.
● Monitored aging reports and followed up on overdue accounts, improving collections and reducing outstanding balances.
● Collaborated with Banking and Management Accounting teams to address complex reconciliation issues and enhance reporting accuracy.
● Completed internal and external audit work.
● Led payment system transitions (Amex, Visa/Mastercard) and integrated third-party platforms (Uber Eats, Just Eat, Deliveroo).
● Implemented process improvements to streamline workflows, reduce manual errors, and improve operational efficiency.
Education
ACCA (2015 - Present)
Blackburn University (2013 – 2014)
AAT Level 2 (Completed)
St Mary’s College (2011 – 2013)
A2 Levels: Psychology (C), Sociology (C), English Language (D)
