Account Receivable Officer

Responsibilities:

Invoicing & Billing

• Prepare, generate, and send accurate invoices to customers.
• Verify billing details and ensure compliance with contracts, purchase orders, or service agreements.
• Maintain updated billing schedules and customer information.

Receivables Management

• Record and allocate customer payments in the accounting system.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.

Credit Control

• Maintain the company’s credit policy and evaluate customer creditworthiness.
• Regularly review aging reports and escalate high-risk accounts.
• Work with internal teams to resolve service or product delivery issues affecting payments.
  

Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly AR aging reports.
• Provide cash collection forecasts and variance analyses.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities
  

Customer Relations

• Communicate professionally with clients regarding billing issues, payment reminders, and account statements.
• Resolve disputes and ensure positive client relationships while maintaining strong collection practices.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure financial records comply with company policies and accounting standards.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Maintain proper documentation for all receivable transactions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or general accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, or ERP systems).Strong knowledge of invoicing, reconciliation, and AR processes.Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Close attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• ICAN certification is an added advantage.
• Integrity and confidentiality management, and organizational skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Customer-service orientation
• Team collaboration