About the role

  • Accounts Receivable Specialist handling collections process within finance team. Focused on driving collections, managing ledger, and supporting Credit function.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the aging report to meet monthly collection targets and significantly reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
  • Handle disputed accounts and negotiate payment plans that align with company terms
  • Make autonomous decisions regarding account holds, release of orders, and payment plan approvals based on customer history and risk
  • Prepare documentation and files for legal handover to be instituted against non-paying customers
  • Liaise directly with sales and operations to resolve issues preventing payment, ensuring queries are resolved before debts age significantly
  • Identify bottlenecks in the AR process and take the initiative to implement solutions
  • Support the credit function by gathering data for new credit applications and assisting with credit limit assessment
  • Undertake reconciliations of accounts to ensure clean ledgers

Requirements

  • Approximately 5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable with a heavy emphasis on Collections
  • Fluency in English (verbal and written) is mandatory
  • Advanced Excel knowledge and experience with standard Accounting Software
  • Strong track record as a Collector
  • Ability to read financial statements/background in credit analysis is a plus, but not mandatory.

Benefits

  • Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Job title

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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