Junior Accountant

Role details

Accounts receivable management

• Monitor outstanding receivables from distributors and key customers.
• Post receipts, credit notes, and adjustments promptly in the accounting system.
• Maintain accurate AR ledgers and regularly update customer aging reports.

Collections and coordination

• Follow up with the sales team to collect overdue payments according to agreed terms.
• Escalate delayed accounts and potential defaults to management in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with customers and sales to resolve claims, disputes, and short payments.
• Prepare collection status reports and share regular updates with finance and commercial teams.

Reconciliation, reporting, and controls

• Reconcile distributor accounts, including balances, debit and credit notes, and deductions.
• Validate trade discounts, promotional claims, and returns before posting.
• Support month-end close by reconciling the AR sub-ledger with the general ledger.
• Provide weekly dashboards on collections, overdue accounts, and DSO trends.
• Follow internal controls and company policies; identify process gaps and recommend improvements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required AR documentation.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• The posting specifies 4–6 years of experience in its role details and 2–5 years of Accounts Receivable experience in its qualifications.
• Consumer appliances, FMCG, or distribution-driven business experience is preferred.

Skills and knowledge

• Strong understanding of customer reconciliation, credit control, and claim management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar, and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong coordination and communication skills for following up with sales teams and customers; analytical ability, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• The posting cites communications, applications, and risk mitigation processes involving the China Export & Credit Insurance Corporation.
• Communicate effectively with the HQ Accounting team and align with HQ AR requirements.

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