The Junior Revenue Reporting and Analytics Accountant supports the Finance and Accounting team in maintaining accurate revenue reporting, driving effective cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with control procedures. The role will focus on debt collection, dispute resolution, AR/AP monitoring, and supporting quarter-end and pre-clearance activities, while providing analytical insights to improve working capital efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Debt Collection and Cash Flow Management
Monitor outstanding receivables and proactively follow up with customers to ensure timely collection.
Support the preparation of cash flow forecasts and variance analysis.
Identify overdue accounts and escalate collection risks to management.
2. Control Procedures and Compliance
Assist in implementing and maintaining internal controls over revenue recognition, billing, and collections.
Ensure compliance with company financial policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
3. Dispute Resolution and Credit Solutions
Investigate and resolve customer disputes in collaboration with Sales, Customer Service, and Legal teams.
Support the assessment and recommendation of credit solutions to minimize bad debt exposure.
4. Stakeholder Management
Act as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding billing, collections, and revenue queries.
Provide timely reporting and insights to finance leadership and business partners.
Track AR and AP balances, ensuring accuracy and timely reconciliations.
Assist in the identification of blocked or parked items and drive resolution to maintain data integrity.
6. Reporting and Analytics
Prepare monthly and quarterly revenue reports, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.
Support the analysis of key performance metrics related to cash flow, DSO, and dispute rates.
7. Quarter-End and Pre-Clearance Activities
Support quarter-end close processes including revenue validation, balance reconciliations, and variance reviews.
Assist in pre-clearance activities ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data prior to reporting.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
Understanding of accounting principles and revenue recognition processes.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
0-2 years of experience in accounting, revenue operations, or financial analysis.
Exposure to AR/AP, credit control, or reporting roles preferred.
Knowledge of IFRS or GAAP standards is an advantage.
Personal Attributes:
Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Collaborative team player with a willingness to learn and grow.
* High ethical standards and integrity in financial reporting.
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