Ubona - Manager - Accounts Receivable (4-6 yrs)

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting activities, manage the invoicing and payment processes, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

As the Accounts Receivable Manager, you will be responsible for managing the accounts receivable function, ensuring that the company's financial records are maintained accurately, and working closely with both clients and internal teams to facilitate smooth financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-Day Accounting:

- Perform regular bookkeeping activities, including journal vouchers, maintaining books of accounts, and posting daily transactions.

- Ensure accurate and timely processing of all invoices and payments, including reconciling accounts, reviewing payment receipts, and ensuring customer payments are up-to-date.

Invoicing & Payment Management:

- Raise invoices for customers in accordance with contract terms and ensure all billing information is accurate and complete.

- Follow up with customers to ensure timely payments, handle overdue accounts, and maintain a strong relationship with clients to facilitate smooth collections.

- Process payments to vendors, including managing cheque payments and ensuring that all payments are made on time and in accordance with vendor agreements.

Client Management:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by addressing any billing-related issues or inquiries promptly.

- Work closely with the sales team and other departments to ensure that customer accounts are accurately reflected in the accounting system.

Month-End Closing Activities:

- Oversee the month-end closing process, including ensuring the proper recording of financial transactions, balancing accounts, and preparing reports.

- Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements for management review.

MIS & Reporting:

- Prepare management information systems (MIS) reports, detailing accounts receivable performance, cash flow, outstanding receivables, and other key metrics.

- Create and maintain annexure files, ensuring they are up-to-date with the latest financial data and comply with internal auditing standards.

Process Improvement:

- Identify opportunities for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounts receivable processes and contribute to process automation or system improvements.

- Ensure compliance with accounting policies, legal regulations, and company-specific procedures.

Collaboration & Team Support:

- Coordinate with other departments (e., sales, operations, and customer support) to resolve issues related to billing discrepancies or delayed payments.

- Support the finance team in special projects or ad-hoc accounting tasks as required.

Experience:

- 4-6 years of accounting and finance experience, with a strong background in general accounting procedures and accounts receivable management.

- Experience in raising invoices, managing payments, and overseeing client accounts