Senior Accountant - AR

Job Purpose

The Senior Accountant – Accounts Receivable is responsible for leading the Accounts Receivable (AR) function, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing, collections, and reconciliation of customer accounts. This role includes supervising a team of 4–5 AR Accountants, enforcing internal controls, and supporting monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting as well as internal and external audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end AR cycle including invoicing, collections, and reconciliation.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of 4–5 AR Accountants.
• Monitor and analyze aging reports; ensure prompt follow-up on overdue accounts.
• Review and approve AR journal entries and adjustments before posting to the general ledger.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with billing and operations teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accurate customer invoicing.
• Prepare AR-related management reports including cash collection forecasts and customer account analysis.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to AR.
• Provide documentation and explanations during internal and external audits.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance AR efficiency and accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support timely collections and issue resolution.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of accounting experience, including at least 3 years in Accounts Receivable and 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven experience in managing high-volume transactions and complex client portfolios.
• Team leadership experience is mandatory.
  
  

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred).
• Advanced MS Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Customer-oriented approach with effective interpersonal skills.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Accountability & Integrity
• Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail
• Customer Orientation & Relationship Building
• Information Seeking & Achievement Drive
• Leadership & Developing Others
• Impact & Influence
• Leveraging Technology
• Change Leadership
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and timeliness of AR postings and reconciliations.
• Reduction of overdue receivables and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Quality and accuracy of AR reports and forecasts.
• Compliance with internal controls and audit standards.
• Team development, performance, and productivity.
  
  

Job Challenges

• Managing sensitive client relationships and maintaining professionalism.
• Handling redundant client processes and complex documentation requirements.
• Coordinating with operations teams to reduce delays in collections.