• Application Deadline:
• Position: Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 3 years



• Location Rivers




• City Port Harcourt




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  

Description

• The AR Accountant supports accounts receivable and collection activities by ensuring timely cash application, monitoring customer accounts, and delivering accurate reporting on receivables and aging balances.


• This role is responsible for managing and collecting a trade accounts receivable portfolio, with the objective of maximizing liquidity, improving cash flow, and minimizing outstanding receivables. 

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely collection of accounts receivable (AR) through regular follow-up on assigned accounts, in line with departmental and individual objectives.


• Document and review the customer order-to-cash process and proposing opportunities to improve the pain points and increase the efficiency of the process.


• Collect outstanding invoices, gathering information on invoice disputes and creating invoice dispute records for distribution and subsequent resolution.


• Input notes in collection system regarding submission, resubmission and transaction approval dates so Company departments have a clear understanding of AR status.


• Record disputes in collection system and assign clear action items for the appropriate dispute owner.


• Maintain contact with customer AP departments through collection calls, past due notices and account statements.


• Ensure compliance with company eFinance policies and procedures.


• Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all transactions.


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including those within the Billing Center of Excellence, Sales, Operations, Tax and Treasury to support collections, proper cash application and timely dispute resolution.


• Recommend uncollectable debit balances for expense write-off and work with Controller and Financial Analyst to clear balances from their AR portfolio.


• Review aged credit balances to ensure adherence to the Company’s escheatment policy.

Experiences and Exposures

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.


• 2-3 years of experience with Accounts Receivables, Credit Control, or a similar finance role.


• Good understanding of AR processes, collections management, account reconciliation, and financial reporting.


• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.


• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Chartered Accountant - ICAN, ACCA will be an added advantage.