Senior Accountant (Revenues and Collection)

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Support the accounting functions of the department regarding billing and Collection.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coach, supervise and train the new Accountants who will join the section.
• Maintain up-to-date billing system,
• Maintain accounts receivable customers files and records,
• Follow up on collections and allocate payments,
• Supervise and assist in resolving the collection discrepancies.
• Maintain accounts receivable customers files and records,
• Generate and send out invoices,
• Propose adjustments on the customer accounts,
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities,
• Follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc.,
• Cooperate with other related departments/sections to maintain AR - accurate data base,
• Recommends changes to strengthen the internal control.
• Review and monitor customer accounts.
• Follow up for the pending invoices.
• Allocate the payments received in accordance with the requirements.
• Manage and accounts for revenue streams including metering and billing.
• Prepare the required reports and assist in submission to the requested stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in finance or accounting.
• Qualified professional degree preferred (e.g. CMA, ACCA) Minimum 8 years experience with recognized firms.
• Working knowledge of JDE-ERP system
• Highly numerate, with developed analytical skills using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Computer skills including proficiency in common word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation programs.
• Utilities sector experience is an added advantage.
• Preferable bi-lingual with mastery of written and spoken Arabic and English