Accounts Receivable Accountant Full Time NEW

Accounts Receivable Accountant jobs in Dubai with AlFahim HQ offer a stable and rewarding path for professionals seeking high-paying accounting jobs in the UAE. This role focuses on billing, invoicing, credit control, and financial reporting, making it ideal for candidates aiming to grow their careers in corporate accounting and finance operations within a leading UAE business group.

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts receivable (AR) functionwithin a busy retail finance team, ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, customer account reconciliation, and support for cash-flow optimization. This role helps reduce overdue receivables, maintain strong customer relationships, and support financial reporting in compliance with UAE accounting standards and VAT rules.

📋 Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Receivable Operations

• Prepare, issue, and post invoicesaccurately and timely for retail customers based on contracts, sales data, and agreed terms.
• Record and apply customer payments(cash, bank transfers, credit cards, etc.) correctly in the accounting system.
• Maintain day-to-day AR ledger and ensure customer accounts are up-to-date.

2. Collections & Credit Monitoring

• Monitor customer accounts for late payments and overdue balances; initiate collections follow-up via calls and emails.
• Support credit assessments and verify customers’ creditworthiness for retail accounts.

3. Reconciliation & Record Keeping

• Reconcile customer account statementsand resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and review AR aging reportsand ensure accuracy.
• Maintain detailed and organized documentation (invoices, receipts, emails).

4. Dispute & Inquiry Management

• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or customer queries promptly.
• Work closely with sales, customer service, or store teams to clarify issues affecting payments.

5. Reporting & Month-End Support

• Assist with month-end closingactivities relating to receivables.
• Prepare AR summaries and contribute to financial reports for management review.

6. Compliance & Controls

• Ensure receivables processes follow company policies, internal controls, and UAE VAT requirements.
• Support internal or external audits by providing AR documentation and explanations.

🎓 Qualifications & Skills

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience

• Usually 1–5+ yearsof Accounts Receivable experience — retail or related industries preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel(pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reporting).
• ERP / Accounting software experience (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Focus, Microsoft Dynamix etc.) is a plus.
• Good understanding of UAE VAT and accounting standards

As demand continues to rise for accounts receivable specialists in Dubai, AlFahim HQ remains a preferred employer for skilled finance professionals.