Kuwait - Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist - Kuwait

Responsible for supporting the accounts receivable function by ensuring efficient management of invoicing, credit notes, customer reconciliations, receivables monitoring, and credit management activities. Focuses on maintaining accurate customer accounts, supporting cash collection processes, monitoring customer credit exposure, and ensuring compliance with company policies and financial controls.

Within Finance and Administration, prepare and review customer statements, monitor customer payments, and maintain accurate receivables records. Investigate and resolve account discrepancies with Sales, Trade Marketing, Customer Service, and customers. Follow up on customer deductions, support the collection of required documentation from commercial teams, and ensure timely clearance of deductions in line with company policies and guidelines. Process credit notes in SAP, perform daily reconciliation and monitoring of cash van sales, and support day‑to‑day operational activities based on business requirements.

Under Accounts Receivable Management, monitor receivables aging and provide visibility on overdue balances, ensuring prompt follow‑up and resolution. Support continuous improvement of account accuracy and contribute to maintaining healthy cash flow through effective receivables management and customer account maintenance.

In Credit Management, monitor customer credit exposure through SAP, ensuring adherence to approved credit limits and company policies. Liaise with insurance providers to maintain adequate coverage for active customers, manage blocking of inactive customers, and prepare regular reports on customer credit status. Support the preparation of materials and participate in local Credit Committee meetings, providing analyses and recommendations to support credit decisions.

In Reporting and Compliance, ensure the accuracy and timeliness of accounts receivable reporting, maintain proper documentation, and support compliance with internal controls and financial procedures. Contribute to continuous improvement of receivable processes and support the finance team in achieving operational and financial objectives.

4–6 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or Finance Operations within the Kuwait market, preferably within FMCG or a multinational environment.

Strong understanding of customer reconciliations, receivables management, credit monitoring, and financial controls.

Detail‑oriented and analytical profile, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial records. Experience working with SAP and strong Excel skills highly valued.

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Sales, and external customers while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.