Accounts Receivable (AR) Finance Specialist

Position Summary

As an Accounts Receivable (AR) Finance Specialist at Independent Food Company, you will play a critical role in managing the company's accounts receivable process. This includes ensuring accurate billing, timely collection of payments, and maintaining strong client relationships. You will collaborate with internal teams and external clients to maintain financial accuracy and compliance, supporting the company's operations across its diverse portfolio of restaurants and food concepts.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable Management
• Prepare and issue accurate and timely invoices to clients, including B2B and operational partners.
• Monitor accounts to identify outstanding payments and ensure timely collections.
• Process and record incoming payments efficiently, adhering to company financial policies.
• Reconciliation and Reporting
• Conduct regular reconciliations of AR accounts to ensure accuracy and alignment with company financial records.
• Prepare detailed AR aging reports and provide actionable insights to the Finance Manager.
• Assist in month-end closing processes by updating and verifying AR data.
• Customer Communication and Relationship Management
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers regarding payment inquiries and overdue accounts.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and disputes promptly to ensure client satisfaction.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, and partners to streamline payment processes.
• Compliance and Documentation
• Maintain comprehensive and organized records of invoices, payments, and correspondence.
• Ensure all processes comply with Independent Food Company's financial policies and Saudi regulations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.
• Process Optimization
• Identify areas for improvement in the AR process to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Collaborate with the procurement and operations teams to align on invoicing and payment workflows.
  
  

Education

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
  

Experience

• 1- 3 years of experience in accounts receivable or finance, preferably within the F&B or hospitality sector.
  
  

Skills

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of AR processes, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Arabic is required for effective communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with attention to detail.