Accounts Receivable Accountant

Role Overview

The Accounts Receivable Accountant is responsible for supporting Mowasalat’s finance function by keeping receivables accurate, up to date, and well controlled. This position helps manage billing and collections across public bus transport, school services, and private taxi operations, while ensuring reliable financial records, prompt reporting, and adherence to internal policies and confidentiality requirements.

Core Responsibilities

The role covers invoice handling, transaction posting, reconciliation, customer follow-up, and cross-functional coordination to support month-end closing and ongoing financial operations.

Invoice Processing and Data Entry

• Check invoice documents for completeness, correctness, and alignment with company rules before processing.
• Record and maintain invoices in SAP promptly and accurately, and fix any mismatches or errors.
• Follow credit control procedures, including assessment of customer credit risk where required.

Financial Recording and Reporting Support

• Make sure all financial entries are posted correctly in SAP before month-end closure.
• Keep customer accounts and general ledger balances accurate and current.
• Process receipts and billing records efficiently to support timely financial reporting.

Account Reconciliation and Issue Resolution

• Review customer accounts in detail and perform reconciliations regularly.
• Work with customers and internal teams to investigate and settle account differences.
• Maintain well-documented and accurate customer account records.

Coordination and Internal Support

• Liaise with internal departments to obtain complete and timely billing and finance documents.
• Share information and best practices with fellow Accounts Receivable Accountants to support team goals.
• Assist senior accountants with reporting, project work, and other assigned finance tasks.

Collections and Customer Assistance

• Contact customers proactively regarding unpaid invoices and overdue balances.
• Work with debt collection resources and help arrange repayment plans when needed.
• Answer customer queries and provide supporting records or explanations as necessary.

Governance, Confidentiality, and Compliance

• Safeguard Mowasalat’s financial information and customer data at all times.
• Operate in line with finance policies, internal controls, and procedural requirements.
• Take on other related responsibilities as needed to support business operations.

Education and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance is expected, ideally in transportation or a service-based business.

Preferred Training and Certifications

• Training in accounts receivable management is preferred.
• A certification in financial analysis is an advantage.
• Exposure to accounting software or ERP platforms, especially SAP, is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong accounts receivable and collections capability
• Account reconciliation and financial analysis
• SAP and ECM system proficiency
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word skills
• Clear communication and cross-team coordination
• Attention to detail and strong organizational habits
• Good time management and prioritization
• Problem-solving, analytical thinking, and collaboration

Additional Information

This position supports receivables management for transport-related business lines and requires strict compliance with company policies, internal controls, and confidentiality standards.