Accounts Receivable – Senior Executive

PARIS BAGUETTE SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Serangoon Garden Circus; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food and beverage company in Singapore is seeking a highly skilled Senior Accounts Receivable Executive. The role involves ensuring accurate AR reconciliations, leading system setups, and implementing process improvements. Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience, particularly in retail or F&B, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Join a dynamic finance team to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Accounts Receivable experience; retail/F&B experience required.
• Detail-oriented and analytical, able to work independently.
• Strong follow-up skills with effective communication across teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliation of sales data against bank records.
• Monitor receivables aging and report on overdue accounts.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Accounts Receivable Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Process Improvement

System Management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Senior Accounts Receivable Executive to join our Finance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate sales and AR reconciliation across our outlets, with strong focus on POS, ERP, and bank transactions. In addition to core AR responsibilities, this position requires a candidate who is keen on system management, setup, and continuous improvement of AR and reconciliation processes. Strong analytical, communication, and follow-up skills are essential to drive efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliation of POS sales data from all outlets against bank deposit records; investigate and resolve discrepancies by liaising directly with outlet managers or relevant teams.


• Monitor receivables aging, generate daily/weekly/monthly reports on overdue accounts, and proactively follow up with outlets and external customers to ensure timely collections.


• Assist in month-end and year-end closing, including preparing journal entries for unreconciled items, accruals, and AR adjustments.


• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, explanations, and reconciliations for AR balances and system transactions.


• Lead AR system setup and configuration in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including defining account structures, automating workflows, and ensuring accurate integration with POS systems.


• Identify and implement process improvements, such as automating recurring reconciliation tasks, standardizing reporting templates, and enhancing system functionalities to reduce errors and improve efficiency.


• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior AR staff on reconciliation best practices, system usage, and efficient workflow management.


• Act as the point of contact for system-related AR issues, coordinating with IT or external vendors to resolve integration or reporting challenges.

What we’re looking for

• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.


• Minimum 5 years of Accounts Receivable experience, Must have an experience in retail/F&B.


• Proficient in MS Excel and familiar with accounting/ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central).


• Strong follow-up skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively across all levels.


• Detail-oriented, analytical, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.