Financial Analyst/Accountant

Organization & Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Financial Analyst to join our Credit and Collection team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing and analyzing financial data to support credit and collection processes. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Credit Risk Assessment:    
  • Assess financial data to assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers.Make recommendations for credit limits of assigned portfolio to mitigate risk and release orders on hold.
• Accounts Receivable Management:
  • Monitor and manage accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices.
  • Collection of withholding tax certificates.
  • Verify and reconcile  invoices as applicable, resolve billing and payment issues. 
  • Communicate with customers regarding overdue accounts. 
• Cash Application Process:    
  • Apply customer payments and resolve discrepancis in a timely manner. 
• Collaboration and Communication:    
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth functioning of finance operations.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.  
• Management Reporting and Analysis:    
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records. 
  •  Generate regular reports on accounts receivable and collection activities and ensure compliance with policies and relevant regulations in all credit and collection activities.
• Perform miscellaneous treasury or accounting duties as needed.
• Ad hoc Projects / Work:   
  • Recommends improvements or adaptation on processes and procedures.
  • Provide support in various finance-related initiatives.
  • Ability to work on night shift and during certain months when rostered.

Basic Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2 years+ past Credit and collection experience, knowledge of international trading environment is highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools such as Access and Excel, Microsoft Power Query and Power Automate as well as other automation tools preferred. 
• Prior experience in Oracle 11i or other ERP an advantage
• Experience in project management a plus. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.
• Willing to work extended hours when needed.