In this role, you will be the driving force behind the daily operations of the accounts receivable and billing department, ensuring precision in the processing of invoices, collections, and reconciliations. Leading a team of Accounts Receivable and Billing Specialists, you will provide guidance and support to ensure the attainment of departmental goals.

Duties & Responsibilities
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounts receivable and billing department, ensuring efficient and accurate processing of invoices, returns, credit notes, and collections.
• Lead and mentor the receivable team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality work and professional development.
• Manage the billing process, including reviewing and approving invoices, ensuring accuracy, and resolving any discrepancies or billing issues.
• Collaborate with internal departments, such as sales and customer service, to resolve billing inquiries and disputes in a timely manner.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging reports to identify delinquent accounts and implement appropriate collection strategies to minimize bad debt and improve cash flow.
• Conduct regular meetings with the team to review progress in assigned projects, reconciliations and measure deadlines.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for the accounts receivable and billing department, ensuring adherence to company policies and industry regulations.
• Prepare reports on departmental performance, including aging analysis, and collection efforts, to senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement system enhancements and automation to streamline the accounts receivable and billing processes.
• Assist the Accounting Manager in controlling the accounting entries and all related issues

• Manage & post daily account receivables transactions.

• Make sure accounts are updated in a timely manner (Provisions …)

• Support monthly, quarterly and annual closings.

• Prepare calculations and book monthly/yearly Rebates.

• Manage & follow up the progress in customers Reconciliation project. And support the team in reconciliations.
• Maintain strong relationship with customers accounting department and conduct regular weekly visits to customers to solve discrepancies & make sure the SOA is well reconciled and we are aligned.
• Follow up with customers on pending issues and finalize reconciliations.
• Weekly update of customers reconciliation status report.
• Control & post daily cash transactions in the branches.
• Ensure proper follow up on collection.
• Work closely with the sales team and resolve all issues with customers
• Settlement of invoices related to collection and management of aging.
• Comply with financial policies and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies
• BA or TS in Accounting
• 5+ years accounting experience in similar role.
• Proven experience in managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and proficiency in data analysis.

Knowledge, Skills& Abilities
• English language, French is a plus.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities to meet.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial calculations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and relevant regulations.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable and billing processes, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Business ethics, Team player, Confidentiality