Accounts Receivable Manager

Confidential; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to own the global AR function, optimize cash flow, and ensure timely collections across regions. You will lead a cross‑functional team and implement robust credit policies to protect assets.

Responsibilities include forecasting revenue, ensuring IFRS/GAAP compliance, and delivering AR analytics using Power BI and ERP systems while improving processes in a multinational, on‑site setup in Islamabad.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is required.
• 5–6 years in AR with leadership experience preferred.
• Proficiency in IFRS/GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Own AR processes across geographies, ensuring policy alignment.
• Establish credit policies to minimize risk and protect assets.
• Ensure timely collections and engage agencies when needed.
• Provide revenue forecasts and cash flow projections with Sales.
• Deliver AR reporting including aging, KPIs, and insights.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Dynamics 365

Job description

Role Overview

The Accounts Receivable Manager is fully accountable for managing and optimizing the global AR function to ensure timely cash collections, accurate reporting, and compliance with international standards. The role carries end-to-end responsibility for safeguarding company cash flow, minimizing credit risk, and supporting revenue growth across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

AR Ownership & Credit Control

• Take complete responsibility for Accounts Receivable processes across all geographies, ensuring alignment with global policies and best practices.
• Establish and enforce robust credit policies to minimize exposure and protect company assets.
• Ensure timely and accurate collection of receivables, including proactive engagement of external collection agencies when required.
• Drive strategies to reduce overdue balances and improve cash flow.

Forecasting, Compliance & Reporting

• Work closely with Sales and Service Delivery teams to provide accurate revenue forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Ensure strict adherence to IFRS/GAAP and local regulations, maintaining strong internal controls to prevent fraud and errors.
• Deliver timely and accurate AR reporting, including month-end revenue closing, aging analysis, KPIs, and actionable insights to senior management using advanced analytics tools such as Power BI.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Lead initiatives to streamline AR processes, implement automation, and leverage ERP systems for efficiency.

Stakeholder Management & Leadership

• Act as the primary liaison with Sales, Finance, and Customer Service teams to resolve disputes and enhance customer experience.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing global AR team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Competencies

• 7–8 years in Accounts Receivable, with at least 3 years in a global leadership role
• ERP systems expertise (Dynamics 365 preferred)
• Advanced Excel and Power BI for reporting and visualization
• Strong knowledge of international tax and compliance regulations
• Proven leadership and decision-making capabilities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results in a global, multicultural environment

Experience

• Minimum: 5–6 years
• Preferred: 7–8 years

Education

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Location

• Islamabad, Pakistan (On-site)