AR Executive/ Specialist

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL seeks a Credit Control Specialist on a 12-month contract in Singapore to manage accounts receivable, credit risk, and revenue recognition for Singapore and Thailand entities. You will conduct credit assessments, maintain credit limits, review contracts for risk, and drive collections with cross-functional teams in Legal and Sales, ensuring policy compliance and timely cash flow.

The role requires strong ERP skills (SAP/Oracle) and Excel, with international exposure and a focus on

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline
• CPA, ACCA or CA qualification is an advantage
• Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with or supporting Thailand operations is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit assessments and approval for new customers, and periodically review credit limits for existing customers.
• Develop and maintain a dynamic customer credit rating system.
• Monitor customer credit risks and provide timely alerts on over-limit and overdue accounts.
• Develop collection and resolution plans to manage credit exposure and minimise risks.
• Review sales contracts, including credit terms, payment conditions and other relevant clauses, to identify potential credit risks.
• Work closely with Legal and Sales teams to ensure contract terms comply with company credit policies and financial requirements.
• Perform accurate revenue recognition for the Singapore and Thailand entities.
• Participate in financial solution design for new business models to ensure compliance with revenue recognition requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing relevant documentation and supporting schedules.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Excel

Thailand operations experience

Communication

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA/ACCA/CA qualification (advantage)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Credit Control Specialist - 1 Year Contract

Salary: $4,500 – $6,400/month
Location: Bishan
Contract Duration: 12 months

Key Responsibilities

Customer Credit & Risk Management

• Conduct credit assessments and approval for new customers, and periodically review credit limits for existing customers.

• Develop and maintain a dynamic customer credit rating system.

• Monitor customer credit risks and provide timely alerts on over-limit and overdue accounts.

• Develop collection and resolution plans to manage credit exposure and minimise risks.

Customer Contract Review

• Review sales contracts, including credit terms, payment conditions, performance obligations and other relevant clauses, to identify potential credit risks.

• Work closely with Legal and Sales teams to ensure contract terms comply with company credit policies and financial requirements.

Revenue Recognition

• Perform accurate revenue recognition for the Singapore and Thailand entities.

• Participate in financial solution design for new business models to ensure compliance with revenue recognition requirements.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing relevant documentation and supporting schedules.

Accounts Receivable & Collections

• Manage AR accounting and reconciliation for Singapore and Thailand entities.

• Follow up on overdue accounts, disputed items and outstanding balances to ensure timely resolution.

• Prepare monthly AR aging reports and monitor collection progress.

• Work closely with business units to drive collection performance and achieve DSO targets.

• Identify opportunities to improve and automate AR processes.

• Provide regular updates to management on collection status, credit risks and overdue accounts.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.

• CPA, ACCA or CA qualification is an advantage.

• Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience working with or supporting Thailand operations is an advantage.

• Strong communication, coordination and stakeholder management skills.

• Good risk identification, problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Detail-oriented, responsible and adaptable when working in a multicultural environment.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.