[ref. b22933124] Jurong West - Finance Executive (AR Operations & Credit Control)

apartmentNIPPON PAINT (SINGAPORE) COMPANY PRIVATE LIMITED placeJurong West descriptionPermanent calendar_month 

Summary:

We are looking for a meticulous and assertive Finance Executive to oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) operations, ensuring accurate and timely customer receipts offsetting by the AR team. This role also encompasses credit control, approval of blocked orders, credit limit reviews, and liaison with legal firms for debt recovery.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, compliance-focused, and capable of driving operational efficiency within the AR function.

Key Responsibilities:

AR Oversight & Reconciliation
  • Supervise the AR staff to ensure all receipts are applied accurately and promptly to customer accounts.
  • Monitor daily receipt processing, offsets, and reconciliations, resolving discrepancies as needed.
  • Review AR aging reports and ensure timely clean-up of unapplied or misallocated receipts.
Credit Control & Order Release
  • Monitor and evaluate customer credit limits and payment terms; recommend updates based on payment history and risk profile.
  • Review and approve blocked sales orders in accordance with credit policy and authorisation matrix.
  • Work closely with sales and customer service teams to resolve order release issues.
Debt Collection & Legal Liaison
  • Oversee follow-ups on overdue invoices, ensuring that escalations are handled efficiently.
  • Coordinate with external legal firms on matters relating to long-outstanding debts and legal recovery.
  • Maintain a record of legal cases, customer disputes, and settlement agreements.
Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
  • Generate AR and credit control reports for management, including overdue accounts, DSO, and collection status.
  • Assist in internal and external audit processes by providing relevant documentation and reconciliations.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in AR operations and credit control.
  • Prior experience supervising AR staff or overseeing AR processes is preferred.
  • Solid understanding of receivables reconciliation, cash application, credit assessment and collection processes.
  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills to coordinate across internal teams and external parties.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting system
  • Experience with SAP S/4HANA is highly preferred.
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