Accounts Receivable Specialist

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries. 

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team
Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Summary:

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate records of customer accounts and supporting the overall cash flow of the organization. This role involves AR Management, reconciliations and communication with internal teams and external customers to resolve discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receivables Reporting & Analysis:
  • Generate AR reports (aging, collection status, etc.) for management review.
  • Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities related to AR.
  • Monitor outstanding receivables and Support the follow up with customers for timely payments.
  • Maintain aging reports and escalate overdue accounts as needed.
• Reconciliations and Customer Communication:
  • Monitor Customer account reconciliation and guide to resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Collaborate with Sales and Operations teams to resolve billing/settlement/commercial issues.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  • Maintain proper documentation for audits and internal controls.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Apply payments accurately to customer accounts

Qualifications & Skills:

• Professional Accounting degree (CA,CMA,ACCA,CPA or equivalent)
• 5-7 years of experience in Large Corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge and application skills of IFRSs.
• Broad understanding of applicable taxes in ME and Africa region
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status.  We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances.  Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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