The Senior/Manager - Accounts Receivable will be responsible for managing the company's receivables portfolio, ensuring timely invoicing, collection, and reconciliation of customer accounts. The role requires strong analytical skills, experience in logistics/freight forwarding finance, and the ability to lead and mentor a small team.
Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Receivable Management:
Oversee the end-to-end AR process including invoicing, collections, credit management, and reconciliations.
Ensure timely and accurate billing to customers for domestic and international freight forwarding services.
Monitor outstanding accounts and implement effective collection strategies.
Review and resolve any customer disputes or discrepancies related to invoices and payments.
Credit Management:
Assess customer creditworthiness and recommend credit limits for new and existing customers.
Collaborate with sales and operations teams to mitigate credit risk.
Reporting & Analysis:
Prepare regular AR reports, aging analysis, cash forecasts, and KPIs for management review.
Analyze receivables trends and suggest improvements in processes.
Team Leadership (if applicable):
Mentor and supervise AR executives, providing guidance on collections, reconciliations, and reporting.
Ensure adherence to internal controls, company policies, and statutory compliance.
Process Improvement:
Identify process gaps and implement best practices to streamline AR operations.
Coordinate with IT or ERP teams for automation and system efficiency improvements.
Qualifications & Experience:
CA/ICWA/CMA or MBA (Finance) preferred.
5-8+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, preferably in logistics, freight forwarding, or transportation industry.
Strong knowledge of accounting principles, AR processes, and ERP systems (Tally, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
Strong communication skills for interacting with clients and internal stakeholders.
Leadership experience for managing a team (for Manager level).
Key Competencies:
Accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Customer-focused approach
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing logistics organization
Career growth and learning opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹800,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
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