Credit Controller / Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Finance
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- - Certified Management Accountant (CMA) qualification or equivalent.
- - Proven experience as a Credit Controller or Accounts Receivable Manager in a fast-paced environment.
- - Strong knowledge of Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), General Ledger (GL), and Treasury Management functions.
- - Expertise in Collections Management, Dispute Resolution, Credit Control, and VAT management.
- - Excellent understanding of budgeting, financial reporting, and R2R processes.
- - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- - Experience working with financial software systems such as ERP, Zoho Books, or similar tools.
- - Excellent communication and negotiation skills with external clients and stakeholders.
- - Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- - High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
Nice to have
- - Prior experience in event management or related industries.
- - Knowledge of local and international VAT regulations.
- - Familiarity with ad hoc reporting tools and financial data analysis software.
- Key Competencies:
- - Financial and business acumen
- - Problem-solving and dispute resolution skills
- - Strong communication and negotiation
- - Strategic thinking and decision support
- - Leadership and team collaboration
Full description
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Department: Finance and Accounting
**Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Credit Controller / Certified Management Accountant to join our finance team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable, credit control, and dispute resolution processes while maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial management, and the ability to ensure effective collection strategies and reporting. The candidate will also be involved in budgeting, VAT management, inventory control, and decision support for the business.
**Key Responsibilities:
- Collections Management (Accounts Receivable):
- Oversee the company’s collections process, ensuring timely payments from clients and managing overdue accounts.
- Implement and optimize credit control procedures to minimize bad debts and maintain positive cash flow.
- Maintain accurate records of all collections activity in the financial system.
**2. Dispute Resolution:
- Investigate and resolve client billing disputes in collaboration with internal teams.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding payment discrepancies and related queries.
- Work with legal teams on complex dispute cases, when necessary.
**3. Credit Control and Accounts Receivable (AR):
- Perform credit assessments of new and existing customers, setting credit limits in line with company policy.
- Monitor and review customer accounts, ensuring adherence to credit terms.
- Coordinate with sales teams to align credit terms with client agreements.
**4. Reporting Requirements & Ad Hoc Reporting:
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports related to credit control, collections, and accounts receivable.
- Generate ad hoc reports to support management decision-making processes.
**5. Monitoring Performance:
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to collections, credit risk, and payment timelines.
- Regularly review accounts to ensure performance aligns with credit policies and targets.