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Senior Accounts Receivable Officer - Remote

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Position : Senior Accounts Receivable Officer - Remote

Western Governors University is a leading online institution dedicated to providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality education. We are seeking a Senior Accounts Receivable Officer to oversee and optimize our receivables processes, ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Accounts Receivable Management: Oversee invoicing, payment collections, and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Credit Control: Assess credit risks, manage outstanding balances, and implement collection strategies to minimize bad debts.
  • Payment Processing: Ensure timely posting of payments, refunds, and adjustments while maintaining compliance with financial policies.
  • Financial Reporting: Prepare regular reports on receivables, aging analysis, and revenue trends for management review.
  • Compliance & Audits: Ensure adherence to financial regulations, internal controls, and audit requirements.
  • Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in the receivables process and recommend automation or workflow improvements.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with finance, student services, and external partners to streamline billing and payment procedures.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts receivable or credit management.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle).
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience working in a remote or online education environment is an added advantage.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Starting Salary: USD 1,000 per month (excluding allowances).
  • Competitive allowances and benefits.
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fully remote environment.
  • Professional growth and development opportunities.

Required profile for job ad : Senior Accounts Receivable Officer - Remote

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive professional with strong expertise in accounts receivable management and financial operations. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of billing, collections, credit control, and financial reporting to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of receivables processes.
Key Attributes & Skills:

  • Financial Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes, financial regulations, and internal controls.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze receivables data, identify trends, and implement solutions to optimize collections.
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in managing financial transactions, invoices, and reconciliations.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle) and MS Excel for financial reporting.
  • Strong Communication: Ability to effectively liaise with internal teams, external clients, and stakeholders to resolve payment issues.
  • Time Management: Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work under minimal supervision.
  • Integrity & Confidentiality: A high level of professionalism in handling sensitive financial information.

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts receivable, credit control, or a related finance role.
  • Experience in a remote work environment or within an online education institution is an added advantage.
  • Understanding of international financial transactions and multi-currency accounting is desirable.

This role is ideal for a self-driven finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, remote work environment and is committed to excellence in financial management.

Job criteria for job ad : Senior Accounts Receivable Officer - Remote

  • Job category :
    Accounting, controlling, finance
  • Industries :
    Education, training
  • Employment type : Fixed-term contract
  • Region : International
  • City : Remote
  • Remote work :
    Yes
  • Experience level : Less than 2 years - 2 to 5 years - 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
  • Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
  • Number of Position(s) : 100
  • Salary expectations :
    1 800 - 2 700 USD
  • Team management :
    Yes
  • Financial Management
  • Controlling
  • Accounting
  • Billing
  • Audit
  • Credit Management
  • Finance
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Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Remote, Zimbabwe
Date de publication
7 mai 2025
Valide jusqu’au
5 juillet 2025
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