Accounts Receivable Specialist

Yokogawa; Muharraq; On-site; BHD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Bahrain to manage customer accounts and support cash flow. The ideal candidate has a Professional Accounting degree and 5–7 years of experience in a large corporate environment.

Key responsibilities include generating AR reports, supporting month-end close activities, and ensuring compliance with internal policies. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional Accounting degree (CA, CMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) is required.
• 5–7 years of experience working in a large corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of IFRSs is essential.
• Familiarity with applicable taxes in the ME and Africa is preferred.
• Must be proficient in MS Office and ERP systems like SAP or Oracle.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are mandatory.
• Must have attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Generate AR reports for management review.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and support customer follow-up.
• Guide the resolution of customer account discrepancies.
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance.

Skills

Professional Accounting degree (CA, CMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent)

5–7 years of experience in a large corporate environment

Strong knowledge and application skills of IFRSs

Broad understanding of applicable taxes in ME and Africa region

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Job description

Job Summary

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate records of customer accounts and supporting the overall cash flow of the organization. This role involves AR Management, reconciliations and communication with internal teams and external customers to resolve discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Receivables Reporting & Analysis:
  • Generate AR reports (aging, collection status, etc.) for management review.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities related to AR.
  • Monitor outstanding receivables and support follow‑up with customers for timely payments.
  • Maintain aging reports and elevate overdue accounts as needed.
• Reconciliations and Customer Communication:
  • Monitor customer account reconciliation and guide to resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to resolve billing/settlement/commercial issues.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  • Maintain proper documentation for audits and internal controls.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Apply payments accurately to customer accounts.

Qualifications & Skills

• Professional Accounting degree (CA, CMA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• 5–7 years of experience in a large corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge and application skills of IFRSs.
• Broad understanding of applicable taxes in ME and Africa region.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Key Competencies

• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving.
• Customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.