Flexible credit control for professional services
Experienced accounts receivable support on a flexible basis. No retainer, no ongoing commitment - just practical help when you need it.
Experienced with
Sectors we work with
Specialist accounts receivable support across professional services.
SaaS & technology
Usage-based billing disputes, failed payment recovery, annual contract renewals that stall.
Consultancies
Milestone disputes, scope creep on final invoices, clients delaying sign-off to push payment dates.
Recruitment agencies
Contractor timing gaps, invoice-heavy clients on extended terms, rebate disputes when placements fall through.
Healthcare practices
Small admin teams juggling everything, aged patient balances, mixed private and insured billing.
What we offer
Three ways to work together, each tailored to what you actually need.
Invoice chasing
Percentage fee on collection. We chase, you get paid. No upfront cost.
Aged debt cleanup
Fixed fee to clear the backlog. Overdue invoices reviewed, chased, resolved.
AR projects
System migrations, reconciliation messes, interim cover. Scoped and priced per project.
Getting started
Three straightforward steps. No drawn-out sales process.
You outline the problem
Use the form below or email scott@sterlingadvisory.uk. Include details of your issue, what system(s) you're using and what you need help with.
We agree scope and terms
We'll review what you've provided and reach out via your preferred medium to confirm fee structure, timeline and any other requirements.
We get to work
You provide what we need to continue. We handle the rest and update you as agreed.
Pricing
Straightforward. No retainer, no hidden fees.
Invoice chasing
No collection, no fee.
- We chase, you get paid
- No upfront cost
- Regular updates as agreed
Aged debt cleanup
- Invoices reviewed and chased
- Queries resolved
- Final status report
AR projects
- Scoped to your situation
- No ongoing commitment
- Handover on completion
Experience
15+ years in Accounts Receivable. NHS trusts, PE-backed healthcare, medical recruitment, international consultancies, maritime education and SaaS. Prescription billing, subscriptions, T&M, fixed fee, milestone, service-based and usage-based billing. Pre and post-merger integrations, multi-currency environments and the cleanup when systems fail.
Get in touch
Outline your situation and we'll come back to you.