Accounts Receivable Specialist
Job Summary
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting Finance Commerce or a related field.
- Relevant experience in Accounts Receivable / Credit Control / Collections.
- Strong practical knowledge of invoicing payment allocation reconciliation and collections.
- Hands-on experience preparing and maintaining AR aging reports.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and ability to use Excel for AR reporting and analysis.
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics Tally or similar systems.
- Good analytical and numerical skills with strong attention to detail.
- Good communication and follow-up skills.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Candidates should have a sound understanding of the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process.
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the day-to-day AR function and ensure accurate and timely invoicing payment allocation account reconciliation collection follow-up and maintenance of receivable balances.
The role will also be responsible for preparing periodic AR reports maintaining the weekly aging report and coordinating with relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of outstanding receivables.
Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and on time.
Allocate and post customer payments to the appropriate accounts.
Perform customer account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up with customers on overdue payments.
Prepare update and maintain weekly Accounts Receivable aging reports.
Analyse outstanding balances and support collection follow-up activities.
Maintain accurate customer account records and Statements of Account.
Coordinate with Finance Sales Operations and other relevant departments regarding billing and payment issues.
Track and assist in resolving invoice disputes credit notes debit notes and other account discrepancies.
Prepare periodic AR and collection reports for management review.
Ensure all AR transactions and supporting documentation are accurately maintained.
Provide support across other Accounts Receivable activities as required.