Manager - Credit & Collections/AR India & SAARC

Discipline - Accounting

Subsector - Finance Managers, Controllers & Directors

Location - Delhi NCR

About our Client - This European headquartered company is a global giant in the space of network testing and wireless solutions with strong customer base across the globe. Considering the growth in the telecom space, India is a critical market for them where they aim to implement their growth agenda.

Job Description - Responsible for the overall management of collections for Middle East, Africa and India credit and collection activities in the region. Reporting to the Regional Controller of Asia, Middle East & Africa, this position is responsible for the management of DSO and aging performance, and minimizing bad debt write-offs. The role will also lead in providing recommendations for improving cash collection efforts in the region.

- Responsible for high volume collection calls and/or correspondence in a fast paced goal oriented collections department. Providing customer service regarding customer reconciliations, process and review account adjustments, resolve client discrepancies and short payments.

- Must communicate & follow up effectively with customers and Account Directors regarding customer accounts on a timely basis. Enlist the efforts of sales and senior management when necessary to accelerate the collection process.

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Sales and Service Delivery team to reduce delinquency for assigned accounts and to mitigate risks of doubtful debts.

- Manage and monitor the credit risk of customers, which involved analyzing financials and setting appropriate credit limits with the approval of the Regional Controller.

- Lead and interpret financial data of systems, and operational data to provide solutions. This also but not limited to understanding of various payment forms like LCs processes, Bank Guarantees, warranty bonds and also setting up clearly defined steps for default and recovery.

- Responsible for providing weekly collections and credit updates to Regional Controller and in providing financial analysis for Monthly Performance Reviews.

- Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support the Accounts Receivable department.

The Successful Candidate - CA/ICWA/MBA or related degree :

- 5 - 8 years corporate collections experience with knowledge of Billing and Collections procedures

- Good Interpersonal & Communication skills.

- Strong attention to detail, goal oriented and be able to excel under pressure -

- Be independent and firm. Capable of precise communication especially in dealing with difficult customers -

- In-depth understanding of credit, finance, and risk mitigation tools desired -

- Excellent negotiation and relationship building skills. -

- Team player with ability to work comfortably across functional groups within organization with strong business sense. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and ERP systems.

- Experience with telecoms/IT industry (preferred)

What's on Offer :

- An opportunity to successfully lead the AR function for the region and drive business growth.

- Competitive Package on offer.

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