AR Accountant (Cement Industry)

Billing & InvoicingDetermine the amount, type, and distribution channel of cement according to client needs; create sales orders after posting deposit receipts or bank transfer proofsIssue monthly invoices and debit/credit notes to customers; maintain price and freight conditions for all materials and distribution channels in the ERP systemEnsure proper and timely invoice submission to customers; coordinate with commercial teams to maintain a flawless end-to-end invoicing processCollections & Cash ApplicationFollow up on customer balances and collections; monitor and review customer accounts proactivelyPost customer payments (cash, checks, bank transfers, credit card transactions) and enter them into the general ledger or accounting softwareCoordinate with Treasury and Commercial teams to ensure immediate booking of all customer incoming paymentsReconciliation & ReportingPerform monthly customer account reconciliations; resolve discrepancies efficientlyPrepare and analyze AR aging reports, sales reports, and variance analysis for management reviewGenerate AR dashboards and reports with strong attention to detail; support month-end closing including AR sub-ledger reconciliationCompliance & ControlsEnsure compliance with tax regulations; prepare information requested by tax authorities to validate customer tax payments and documentsMaintain strong internal controls over AR processes and customer transactionsSupport internal and external audits through accurate documentation and reconciliationsCross-Functional CoordinationCoordinate with Sales, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to ensure billing accuracy and improve collection efficiencyManage customer credit limits, payment terms, and dispute resolution with cross-functional teamsHandle customer inquiries and support commercial teams in collections

EducationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business AdministrationExperience2–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable for AR Accountant rolesExperience in Manufacturing, Construction, or Trading sectors is essential; cement industry background is strongly preferredTechnical SkillsERP experience is mandatory – SAPAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for report preparation and data analysisFull understanding of the Record-to-Report (R2R) cycle and all related activitiesProfessional certifications (CMA, IFRS Certificate, or FMVA) are preferred for senior rolesCore CompetenciesStrong analytical skills and attention to detail; ability to perform complex reconciliationsExcellent communication and negotiation skills for customer interactionEffective time management and ability to meet deadlinesCustomer service orientation and ability to work with diverse groupsIndustry-Specific ConsiderationsThe cement industry presents unique challenges for AR Accountants:AspectImplication for AR RoleDistribution ChannelsMultiple channels (direct sales, dealers, export) require managing different pricing, freight, and payment termsHigh Transaction VolumeProcessing large numbers of invoices and payments daily with accuracyExport ComplexityManaging export transactions, foreign currency payments, and international documentationHeavy ManufacturingUnderstanding cost structures (raw materials, production, logistics) to address customer queriesTax ComplianceStrict tax documentation requirements; e-invoicing obligations