Accounts Receivable Manager

Pilgrim; Mumbai; Sur place; INR 1 800 000 - 2 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Pilgrim in Mumbai is seeking an proactive Accounts Receivable Manager to lead end-to-end AR operations for online marketplaces, D2C, and distributors. You will drive timely collections, improve cash flow, and ensure accurate monthly closings.

This role requires strong analytical skills, expertise in ERP and Excel, and the ability to implement process improvements across billing, reconciliations, and credit control while coordinating with Sales, Operations, and Finance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in end-to-end AR management including billing, collections, and reconciliation.
• Strong understanding of online marketplaces and offline trade receivables.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems with ability to build MIS reports.

Responsabilités

• Oversee end-to-end AR cycle for online and offline channels.
• Billing, collections, and dispute resolution with timely closures.
• Monitor ageing and provisioning for doubtful debts.
• Manage credit control, limits, and payment terms.
• Drive cash flow optimization and timely collections.
• Prepare MIS reports on ageing, collections, and DSO.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations and Finance for O2C efficiency.
• Lead AR team and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Support audits and GST compliance.
• Identify automation opportunities and improve processes.

Connaissances

Accounts Receivable

Billing

Collections

Reconciliation

DSO tracking

Credit risk assessment

MIS reporting

Excel proficiency

Process improvement

Team leadership

Outils

Tally

Zoho

SAP

Description du poste

Accounts Receivable - Manager- We are looking for a proactive Accounts Manager to manage end-to-end AR operations including billing, collections, reconciliations, credit control, and ageing across both online and offline channels. This role will be key in driving

timely collections, improving cash flow, resolving disputes, and ensuring smooth order-to-cash execution. If you have strong AR experience, analytical skills, and a process-driven mindset, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• End-to-End AR Management: Oversee the complete Accounts Receivable cycle including billing, collections, reconciliation, and accounting for both online and offline channels.
• Channel-wise Receivable Control: Manage receivables across Online (Marketplaces, D2C) tracking collections, deductions, commissions, returns; and Offline (Distributors, Modern Trade, General Trade) credit control, follow-ups, and collections.
• Collections & Cash Flow Management: Drive timely collections to optimize working capital and cash flow, ensuring adherence to credit terms.
• AR Ageing & Provisioning: Monitor ageing regularly and ensure accurate provisioning for doubtful debts and expected credit losses.
• Credit Control & Risk Management: Define and enforce credit limits, payment terms, and approval processes for customers to minimize risk.
• Reconciliation & Dispute Resolution: Handle marketplace reconciliations (sales vs collections vs deductions), resolve disputes related to short payments, returns, claims, and deductions, and ensure timely closure of open items.
• Credit Notes & Adjustments: Review and control issuance of credit notes (pricing differences, schemes, damages, returns) with proper approvals and documentation.
• Month-End Closing & Reporting: Ensure timely AR closure and reconciliations. Prepare MIS reports on ageing, collections, overdue analysis, and DSO. Highlight risks and actionable insights to management.
• Process Improvement & Automation: Identify gaps and implement automation, controls, and process improvements in the AR function.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work closely with Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams for issue resolution and smooth order-to-cash cycle.
• Audit & Compliance: Ensure readiness for statutory audits, internal audits, and compliance with accounting standards and GST requirements.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor the AR team, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to timelines.

Key Requirements

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable processes including billing, collections, reconciliation, and provisioning
• In-depth understanding of online marketplace accounting (deductions, commissions, returns, settlements) and offline trade receivables
• Expertise in AR ageing analysis, DSO tracking, and working capital management
• Strong command over credit control and risk assessment
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, dashboards, large data handling)
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Tally, Zoho, SAP, or similar)
• Ability to build and improve MIS reports and AR dashboards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail