Assistant Manager, Accounts Receivable

About the role

We are seeking an Assistant Manager to lead our Accounts Receivable function, ensuring timely billing, collections and accurate financial reporting across regional offices and the head office.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate end‑to‑end AR activities, including billing, receipt processing and journal entries.
• Monitor group ageing reports, drive resolution of overdue balances and manage escalation protocols.
• Collaborate with internal and external parties on offsetting proposals, netting arrangements and dispute resolution.
• Oversee charter‑hire billing, collections and reconciliation, maintaining accurate records.
• Prepare monthly AR schedules, perform variance analysis and support month‑end closing activities.
• Assist in quarterly Expected Credit Loss calculations and provision analysis.
• Review refund processes, validate withholding tax, bank charges and write‑offs with appropriate approvals.
• Promote internal controls, standardised AR and credit‑control procedures and ensure global policy compliance.
• Mentor AR team members, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Required profile

• Degree or Diploma in Accountancy, ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in shipping, logistics or a multinational environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Self‑driven, dependable and comfortable working in a team‑oriented setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving abilities and high attention to detail.

Required skills