Accounts Receivable Accountant

Position: Accounts Receivable Accountant

Location: Saudi Arabia, Khobar Key Responsibilities:Billing & Receivables Processing:Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices, credit notes, and supporting documents in line with contracts, purchase orders, and approved timesheets.Record receivable transactions using the correct customer account, project, revenue code, cost center, and VAT treatment.Submit invoices through customer portals and monitor acceptance, rejection, and required corrections.Collections, Cash Application & Reconciliation:Apply customer receipts accurately and reconcile bank collections, remittances, and unidentified deposits.Maintain customer accounts and reconcile statements, balances, deductions, and disputed items.Monitor aging and follow up overdue invoices with customers, Sales, Operations, and project teams.Investigate billing and collection issues and coordinate timely resolution of disputes and missing documentation.Support credit-control reviews, customer credit limits, payment terms, and escalation of collection risks.Prepare collection forecasts and provide reliable updates for cash-flow and working-capital planning.Closing, Compliance & Reporting:Support month-end closing and reconcile the accounts-receivable subledger to the general ledger.Maintain records for VAT, ZATCA e-invoicing, audits, confirmations, and document-retention requirements.Prepare aging, collection, DSO, and customer-balance reports and recommend process improvements.BEHAVIORAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE REQUIREDStrong knowledge of accounts-receivable and billing processesCustomer-account and balance-sheet reconciliation skillsCollection follow-up and credit-control awarenessWorking knowledge of Saudi VAT and ZATCA e-invoicing requirementsERP systems and Microsoft Excel proficiencyHigh accuracy and attention to detailPlanning, organization, and deadline managementClear customer and internal communicationProfessional handling of confidential financial informationProblem-solving and dispute-resolution skillsCollaborative approach with Sales, Operations, Projects, and TreasuryQualifications& Experience: Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.2-5 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable, billing, collections, or general accounting.Good English, ERP proficiency, advanced Excel skills, and effective customer communication.