Sales Accountant

Role & responsibilities

• Monitor customer accounts and outstanding receivables.
• Follow up with customers for timely payment of invoices.
• Maintain accurate records of collections, outstanding balances, and payment commitments.
• Prepare and share customer statements and ageing reports.
• Coordinate with the Sales and Accounts teams regarding outstanding payments and customer issues.
• Identify overdue accounts and escalate long-pending payments to the concerned management.
• Verify invoices, credit notes, debit notes, and payment adjustments.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Maintain regular collection and recovery reports.
• Ensure credit limits and payment terms are followed as per company policy.
• Assist in evaluating customer creditworthiness when required.
• Support month-end closing and accounts receivable activities.
• Maintain proper documentation of customer communications and collection follow-ups

Preferred candidate profile

• Good knowledge of Accounts Receivable and Credit Control.
• Strong follow-up and communication skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel and accounting software/ERP/SAP.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical ability.
• Ability to handle customer queries professionally.
• Good negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet collection targets.