Accounts Receivable Specialist

Middle East Specialized Cables (MESC); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Middle East Specialized Cables (MESC) is seeking an Accounts Receivable - AR Accountant to manage customer accounts, invoicing, collections, and cash applications using SAP ERP. The role ensures accurate AR records, timely collections, and compliance with company policies and IFRS.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of AR experience, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of AR processes and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance is required.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, AR processes, and financial reporting.
• Experience with customer reconciliation, cash application, collections, and aging analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of IFRS and applicable tax regulations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and process customer invoices, credit notes, debit notes, and other billing documents.
• Maintain accurate customer account balances and AR records in SAP.
• Monitor customer payments and ensure timely allocation of receipts against outstanding invoices.
• Perform customer account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage customer statements and respond to billing and payment inquiries.
• Maintain accurate AR subledger records and ensure reconciliation with the general ledger.
• Follow up with customers regarding overdue invoices and outstanding balances.
• Prepare monthly AR reports, collection reports, and overdue balance analysis.
• Reconcile AR subledger balances with the general ledger.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

AR processes understanding

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP S/4HANA Finance

SAP FI-AR

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Accounts Receivable - AR Accountant is responsible for managing customer accounts, invoicing, collections, cash applications, account reconciliations, and outstanding receivables. The role requires hands‑on experience with SAP ERP to ensure accurate financial transactions, timely collections, proper customer account management, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Receivable Operations

• Prepare, review, and process customer invoices, credit notes, debit notes, and other billing documents.
• Maintain accurate customer account balances and AR records in SAP.
• Monitor customer payments and ensure timely allocation of receipts against outstanding invoices.
• Perform customer account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage customer statements and respond to billing and payment inquiries.
• Maintain accurate AR subledger records and ensure reconciliation with the general ledger.

2. SAP ERP Responsibilities

• Use SAP FI-AR (Financial Accounting – Accounts Receivable) for customer master data, invoicing, incoming payments, and account clearing.
• Process and monitor customer transactions using relevant SAP reports and standard transaction codes.
• Perform customer open-item analysis, account clearing, and aging reviews.
• Generate AR aging reports, customer balances, and outstanding invoice reports from SAP.
• Investigate posting errors, payment discrepancies, and customer account issues.
• Ensure accurate transaction posting and compliance with SAP authorization and internal control requirements.

3. Collections and Credit Control

• Follow up with customers regarding overdue invoices and outstanding balances.
• Prepare and maintain an accounts receivable aging report.
• Coordinate with sales, customer service, and other departments to resolve collection disputes.
• Escalate overdue accounts and potential bad debts to management.
• Support credit limit monitoring and customer credit reviews, where applicable.

4. Reporting and Reconciliation

• Prepare monthly AR reports, collection reports, and overdue balance analysis.
• Reconcile AR subledger balances with the general ledger.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist in calculating expected credit losses and identifying doubtful debts in accordance with company policy and applicable accounting standards.
• Provide supporting schedules and documentation for internal and external audits.

5. Compliance and Process Improvement

• Follow company accounting policies, internal controls, and applicable IFRS requirements.
• Maintain complete documentation for invoices, receipts, reconciliations, and adjustments.
• Identify opportunities to improve billing accuracy, collection efficiency, and SAP reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounts receivable or general accounting.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP S/4HANA Finance is required.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles, AR processes, and financial reporting.
• Experience with customer reconciliation, cash application, collections, and aging analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, lookup functions, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of IFRS and applicable tax regulations is preferred.