Accounts Receivable Accountant

Job Overview

The Accounts Receivable Accountant is responsible for managing customer billing and collections within the assigned domain. Collaborating closely with the AR Manager, internal teams, and other departments, this role ensures compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and financial reporting obligations. The accountant handles invoice processing, reconciliations, audit support, and customer relations to maintain accuracy and timeliness in the accounts receivable function.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices aligned with active contracts or purchase orders, ensuring accuracy especially for additional job invoices and associated costs.
• Ensure all customer and tenant invoices and credit notes are issued promptly based on required documentation and approvals.
• Conduct month-end closing activities related to the receivables area.
• Prepare schedules for receivables-related balance sheet accounts.
• Manage creation and updates of customer accounts effectively.
• Monitor, reconcile, and follow up on outstanding receivables to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Participate in monthly reconciliations for related party clients and coordinate updates with clients and team members.
• Maintain control over unbilled, unearned, and advance payments, ensuring cleanliness of these accounts.
• Support interim and year-end external audits by providing all necessary data and documentation.
• Assist with internal control processes and internal audits as required.
• Contribute to collection forecasts and attend collection meetings as requested by the AR Manager.
• Assist in updating customer statements of accounts and in the calculation of bad debts or expected credit loss provisions.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with Operations, Project, and Energy departments to facilitate smooth invoice processing and receivables management.
• Coordinate with internal departments for obtaining essential supporting documents such as client approvals and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with FP&A teams for accurate and timely book closings.
• Engage professionally with customers for reconciliation of statements, purchase orders, and payment updates.
• Ensure adherence to quality, health, safety, and environmental management procedures relevant to the role.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in accounts receivable and collections functions.
• Exposure to facilities management or contracting businesses is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Experience managing high volumes of customer invoices is beneficial.
• Previous work experience in the GCC region is essential.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and electronic spreadsheet tools.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure, managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Excellent time management skills with organized approach to meet deadlines and compliance requirements.