Sales & Receivable Accounting Specialist
Description
Sales Recording & Revenue Accounting:
- Ensure timely and accurate recording of sales transactions in the financial system.
- Verify sales data and supporting documentation prior to recording.
- Ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with company policies and applicable accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate sales records and supporting schedules.
Accounts Receivable Management:
- Maintain customer ledgers and monitor outstanding receivable balances.
- Record collections and adjust customer accounts accordingly.
- Perform periodic customer reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in balances.
- Follow up with internal stakeholders on overdue receivables and unresolved issues.
Reconciliation & Controls:
- Reconcile sales, collections, and receivable balances on a regular basis.
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of receivable records and prevent duplicate or incorrect entries.
- Support month-end closing activities through timely recording and reconciliation of sales and receivables.
- Maintain documentation and records to support audit and reporting requirements.
Internal Coordination & Reporting:
- Coordinate with Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to resolve sales and receivable-related issues.
- Support preparation of sales reports, receivable ageing reports, and management reporting requirements.
- Assist in analysis of sales trends, collections performance, and outstanding receivables.
Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. ACCA or CA (part-qualified) candidates will be preferred.
Required Skills
Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes
- Knowledge of receivable and reconciliation basics
- Good understanding of ERP and Microsoft Excel
Behavioural Skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong coordination and documentation skills
Experience
1–3 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in accounts receivable, sales accounting, or a similar finance role.