AR Accountant

At Global Vision, the AR Accountant plays a vital role in managing and optimizing the accounts receivable operations to ensure accurate and timely invoicing, cash application, and reconciliation processes. This position demands a thorough understanding of financial reporting, credit management, and invoice processing, leveraging systems like SAP ERP and QuickBooks Online. The AR Accountant contributes significantly to the companys financial health by maintaining detailed records, supporting financial audits, and working closely with diverse teams to resolve discrepancies efficiently. The role requires a proactive individual with solid accounting knowledge, ACCA or equivalent qualifications, and at least three years of relevant experience to maintain compliance and improve collection effectiveness. The AR Accountant is responsible for executing daily accounts receivable activities without team management responsibilities. The role requires effective use of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) software and transaction sets to facilitate automated invoice and payment processes, enhance accuracy, and shorten the billing cycle. This professional applies strong analytical skills to monitor aged receivables, prepare reconciliation reports, and work with financial reporting tools to provide reliable and up-to-date financial data. Collaboration across departments is essential to resolve customer queries, implement credit controls, and optimize cash flow, reinforcing the companys financial integrity and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities

Manage the full cycle of accounts receivable including invoice generation, processing, and applying payments accurately in ERP systems such as SAP and QuickBooks Online.
Perform regular accounts receivable reconciliations to ensure accuracy between sub-ledger and general ledger accounts.
Utilize Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems to efficiently process large volumes of invoices and payments and maintain accurate transaction records.
Monitor customer accounts and credit limits, conducting credit assessments and managing credit risk to maintain satisfactory cash flow and reduce overdue payments.
Collaborate with internal teams and customers to resolve any invoice discrepancies or payment issues promptly and professionally.
Prepare and analyze financial reports related to accounts receivable to support accounting closes, audits, and management reviews.
Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all financial transactions in accordance with company policies and statutory regulations.
Stay current with industry standards and software updates related to accounts receivable and financial reporting, recommending improvements to current processes.
Support month-end and year-end closing activities by providing timely accounts receivable data, reconciliations, and aged receivables analysis.
Assist with the implementation and training of new accounting and invoice management software or systems upgrades to improve system efficiencies.
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and legal requirements relating to invoicing and collection procedures.
Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of the accounts receivable function.