Account Receivable Officer

The Receivable Officer will manage the day-to-day accounts receivable and invoicing functions for a UAE-based logistics and transportation company. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely customer invoicing, maintaining proper records, monitoring outstanding balances, and coordinating collections with commercial and operations teams. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Finance, the position is based in Islamabad and requires close collaboration with UAE customers and internal teams to support finance operations effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Invoicing & Billing: Prepare and issue customer invoices based on approved contracts, service orders, delivery records, and other supporting documents. Ensure invoices are accurate, complete, and delivered within agreed timelines. Verify billing details such as rates, quantities, services, and applicable taxes before submission. Maintain organized records of invoices and related documentation. Work with operations and commercial teams to resolve any billing discrepancies. Process credit and debit notes following proper approval procedures.

Accounts Receivable Management: Accurately record customer invoices and receipts in the accounting or ERP system. Maintain customer accounts and ensure correct transaction allocation. Monitor outstanding receivables and update the Accounts Receivable Ageing Report regularly. Reconcile customer balances and investigate discrepancies. Follow up on overdue invoices and coordinate collection efforts. Escalate significantly overdue or disputed balances to the Senior Manager – Finance.

Collections & Customer Coordination: Communicate with customers regarding outstanding payments and provide updates on payment status. Maintain a collection tracker and report on expected collections. Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to address customer disputes. Keep detailed documentation of collection correspondence and commitments. Assist the Senior Manager – Finance with cash-flow and collection forecasting.

Reporting: Prepare weekly and monthly receivables reports, including customer-wise ageing analysis. Track overdue and disputed invoices and report collection performance against targets. Provide expected collection dates and cash-flow inputs to the finance team.

Controls & Compliance: Ensure all invoices are supported by appropriate documentation and approvals. Apply UAE VAT requirements correctly on invoices. Maintain proper audit trails and supporting records. Assist with month-end closing and receivables reconciliations. Support internal and external audit processes as needed.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in accounts receivable, invoicing, or finance operations. A Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree or professional qualifications such as ACCA (finalist), CA Inter, CMA Inter, or an equivalent certification are required. Strong knowledge of invoicing and collection processes is essential, along with experience using ERP or accounting systems. Proficiency in Excel, especially for reconciliation and reporting tasks, is necessary. Attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and good communication skills for customer follow-up are important. The ability to manage multiple customers and billing cycles efficiently is expected.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Experience in logistics, transportation, fleet management, or service industries will be considered an advantage. Exposure to UAE accounting standards and VAT regulations is also beneficial. The role offers a full-time position with a monthly salary range of Rs90,000 to Rs100,000. The work location requires in-person attendance.

This position is ideal for candidates seeking to develop their expertise in finance operations within a dynamic logistics environment, working closely with cross-functional teams and international clients.