Order to Cash Accountant

Roles and responsibilities

Support in the closure of revenue transactions.
Responsible to manage day-to-day Account Receivables (AR) operational activities, meeting performance targets, training new team member when required
Responsible for ensuring delivery of assigned Order to Cash finance functions.
Responsible for monthly AR ageing reports and informing the BU for necessary collection efforts.
Responsible for the all customer account reconciliations.
Review and ensure customer receipts of various departments as per the governing company policy & procedure
Review and post journal entries passed by the team.
Pass high risk revenue journal entries as assigned.
Order Processing:

Review and verify customer orders for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure that all sales orders are processed in the system correctly.
Work with the sales and logistics teams to ensure that customer orders are fulfilled on time.
Invoicing and Billing:

Generate accurate invoices for customers based on order details, ensuring that terms, discounts, and taxes are correctly applied.
Ensure invoices are sent promptly and tracked for payment.
Address any billing discrepancies or queries raised by customers in a timely manner.
Accounts Receivable:

Monitor customer accounts to ensure that payments are received on time.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all receivables and payments.
Follow up with customers for overdue payments, ensuring all communication is professional and accurate.
Reconcile accounts receivable balances and resolve discrepancies.
Payment Processing:

Process incoming payments and apply them to the correct accounts.
Ensure that payment methods (e.g., credit card, wire transfer, checks) are recorded accurately in the system.
Process refunds or adjustments where applicable.
Cash Flow Management:

Collaborate with other departments to forecast and monitor cash flow, ensuring there is adequate cash flow to meet the company’s operational needs.
Work to minimize overdue accounts and reduce the DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
Credit Management:

Assess the creditworthiness of new customers and existing accounts, including running credit checks.
Establish credit limits and payment terms based on company policies and customer risk profiles.
Monitor and manage customer credit limits and ensure compliance with established terms.

Desired candidate profile

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting is a must.
Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in Finance Department including some experience within AR function
Advanced MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint experience.
Able to deliver quality work under pressure.
Analytical & Numerical skills, Attention to detail .
Good written & oral communication skills - Fluent English.
Attention to Detail: Precision in processing orders, generating invoices, and reconciling accounts.
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with customers, internal teams, and senior management.
Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve billing disputes, payment issues, and discrepancies in a timely manner.
Time Management: Managing multiple tasks and deadlines, especially when following up on overdue payments or processing large volumes of transactions.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze accounts receivable data and payment trends.
Customer Service: A customer-focused approach to handling billing issues, disputes, and inquiries.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with accounting and financial software and tools, particularly for invoicing, payment processing, and report generation.
Teamwork: Ability to work well with other departments, such as sales, logistics, and customer service, to ensure smooth order-to-cash processes.