Accounts Receivables Accountant

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Accounts Receivable Accountant will be responsible for overseeing the accounts receivable function, ensuring accurate and timely billing, collections, and reconciliations. The role includes managing direct reports and reporting directly to the Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounts receivable process, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations.
• Develop and maintain the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model in compliance with IFRS9, ensuring accurate assessment and reporting of credit risk.
• Supervise and mentor the AR team, providing guidance and support.
• Ensure timely and accurate generation of customer invoices and issuance of customer account statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate posting of customer payments and resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date customer account records and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Prepare weekly and monthly AR reports and aging analysis for management review.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve billing and payment issues.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to AR.
• Ensure all receivables transactions comply with tax laws and internal financial policies.
• Assist in audits and provide necessary documentation related to AR.
• Continuously improve AR processes and automation and contribute to finance team initiatives.

Requirements

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or equivalent professional certification is preferred
• 3+ years of experience in an accounts receivable role.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of AR processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, SAGE 300 experience is an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.