Arabic speaking Junior AR Collections Specialist  REF 239

On behalf of our global multinational client we are recruiting a Junior Arabic speaking Accounts Receivable Collections Specialist

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Languages: English and Arabic
2+ years of AR or corporate collections experience including interaction with international customers.
Experience with Quadient or YayPay a plus.
Strong communication, problem solving, and analytical skills required.
Ability to work independently and to adapt to a fast-changing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Must have attention to detail with an eye for accuracy.
Preference given to applicants with Professional Collection Specialist (PCS) designation.

Industry Business / Corporate Services, Information Technology & Telecom
Location United Arab Emirates
Minimum Experience 2 Years
Minimum Education Requirement 2+ years of AR or corporate collections experience including interaction with international customers

Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

We are a multinational company who believes in the potential of people.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Collections Specialist is responsible for the collection of outstanding accounts receivable from the existing client base and all other aspects of collections, resolving client billing problems and reducing accounts receivable delinquency. This position reports to the Senior Managerial Accountant.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT

  • Review and monitor assigned accounts and all applicable collection reports, and issue monthly customer SOA’s (Statement of Accounts).
  • Coordinate with regional leaders when client is deemed uncollectable, issuance of NOT, if applicable, and sent to AR Supervisor for bad debt write off.
  • Maintain confidentiality and utilize discretion to recover outstanding payments in a professional manner while maintaining client relations.
  • Follow up on past due invoices via phone call on the first of each month (including clients who have provided a notice to terminate), in efforts to receive promise to pay.
Negotiates partial repayments and payment plans when necessary.
  • Update notes, communication summary, promise-to-pay dates, and status on collections tracker and apply late fees to outstanding invoices.
  • Collaborate with Billing Coordinator and AR Analyst from each region to create and streamline the collections process.
  • Follow up with Billing Coordinator as to when client's AR balances should be reconciled and forward any misapplied payments, billing discrepancies and corrections as needed.
  • Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as company policies, and collaborate with lawyers if legal action is required.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Native Arabic speaker
  • 2+ years of AR or corporate collections experience including interaction with international customers.
  • Experience with Quadient or YayPay a plus.
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and analytical skills required.
  • Ability to work independently and to adapt to a fast-changing environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Must have attention to detail with an eye for accuracy.
  • Preference given to applicants with Professional Collection Specialist (PCS) designation.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Competitive compensation and statutory benefits to all regular, full-time employees.
  • Monthly profit share incentive scheme (6/10% based on achieving EBITDA)
  • 30 days annual holiday
  • Additional 1-week paid holiday during the Holiday season
  • Private Health Insurance, including optical & dental.
  • Employment Visa
  • Flexibility of working (full time Hybrid role)