Accounts Executive & Credit Control (Construction Claims Focus)

Chevalier Singapore Holdings Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering company based in Singapore is seeking a skilled professional to manage accounts receivable, evaluate credit risks, and ensure timely collections. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in credit control within the construction sector, possess strong communication and negotiation skills, and be proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. This role requires the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively. Candidates must be Singaporean or Permanent Residents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit control or accounts receivable, preferably in the construction or engineering sector.
• Strong understanding of construction project claims and payment processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable ledgers and ensure timely collections.
• Evaluate credit risk and enforce credit control policies.
• Liaise with project teams about claim structures.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proficiency in ERP systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor accounts receivable ledgers, ensuring timely collections.
• Evaluate credit risk and enforce credit control policies.
• Liaise with project teams to understand claim structures and billing milestones.
• Review and validate construction project claims and progress billings.
• Resolve disputes related to claims and payments with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare aging reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Support month-end closing and audit processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in credit control or accounts receivable, preferably in the construction or engineering sector.
• Strong understanding of construction project claims, progress payments, and contract structures.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Only Singaporean and Permanent Resident need to apply.