Account Receivable Officer

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially minded Accounts Receivable Officer to join our Finance & Accounts team. The role is responsible for managing customer invoicing, monitoring receivables, reconciling customer accounts, and ensuring timely collection of payments from key off-takers.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining healthy cash flow, enforcing credit terms, and ensuring accurate revenue recognition.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate invoices to off-takers in line with agreed freight rates, trip sheets, waybills, and contract terms.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including revenue schedules and receivables analysis.
• Verify completed haulage trips using approved documentation (delivery notes, proof of delivery, trip manifests, weighbridge tickets where applicable).
• Ensure invoices are raised promptly in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and billing cycles.
• Maintain and update the accounts receivable ledger.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and follow up proactively to ensure timely payments in line with agreed credit terms.
• Reconcile customer statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Liaise with operations and logistics teams to resolve billing disputes relating to trips, volumes, rates, demurrage, or downtime.
• Track and account for contract-specific charges such as demurrage, detention, penalties, or adjustments.
• Prepare aging reports and provide periodic updates to Management on receivables status and collection performance.
• Escalate long-outstanding debts and recommend appropriate recovery actions.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing revenue and receivable schedules.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies, tax regulations (including VAT where applicable), and contractual obligations.

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or General Accounting (experience in logistics, haulage, or transportation industry is a strong advantage).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (Local or International), e.g., Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Tally, or ERP systems) and strong working knowledge of MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition, credit management, and receivables processes.
• Ability to analyze contracts and billing schedules.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and meet strict billing timelines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and strong sense of accountability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦200,000.00 - ₦250,000.00 per month