Job Title: Accountant (Receivables) Fresher Jobs
Organisation: Piston Medical Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Finance Manager
About the Company:
Piston Medical Limited (PML) was established in 2020 by the proprietors of VVSAOL Investment Limited, a leading distributor of medicine, medical equipment and sundry supplies in Uganda and across the region. PML is a large-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Namanve Industrial Park, Mukono, Uganda. The company is specialising in manufacturing and distributing Large and Small parenteral (Intravenous Fluids) medicines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Managing Invoices and Billings
- Ensuring accurate and timely invoicing, reflecting products or services provided.
- Sending reminders for overdue payments and communicating with customers regarding outstanding balances.
Monitoring and Collecting Payments
- Regularly reviewing accounts to identify and address late or missing payments.
- Reconciling discrepancies, resolving payment disputes, and negotiating payment terms.
Reporting and Analysis.
- Maintaining meticulous records of payment details for easy reference and auditing.
- Compiling data to evaluate the organisation’s financial performance.
- Identifying trends, potential risks, and areas for improvement.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is required.
Total Minimum No of Years’ Experience Required:
- 1-year experience in an accounting or finance role, as an account assistant, accountant, or in a similar capacity.
Additional Skills / Competencies:
Technical Skills:
- Financial Analysis & Reporting – Ability to analyze AR trends, aging reports, and provide insights.
- ERP & Accounting Software – Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or other financial systems.
- Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, and tax regulations affecting receivables.
- Credit Risk Assessment – Evaluating customer creditworthiness and setting credit limits.
- Cash Flow Management – Forecasting collections to maintain healthy cash flow.
- Reconciliation Skills – Ensuring accurate reconciliation of AR ledgers with the general ledger.
- Billing & Invoicing – Expertise in managing invoice processing, discounts, and adjustments.
- Collections & Dispute Resolution – Handling overdue accounts professionally and negotiating settlements.
- Soft Skills:
- Attention to Detail – Ensuring accuracy in invoices, reports, and reconciliations.
- Problem-Solving – Resolving billing discrepancies and customer disputes efficiently.
- Communication Skills – Interacting with internal teams and external customers effectively.
- Negotiation Skills – Persuading clients to settle outstanding debts in a timely manner.
- Time Management – Prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines for reporting and collections.
- Customer Service Orientation – Handling customer queries and maintaining positive relationships.
- Teamwork & Collaboration – Working with finance, sales, and customer service teams.
- Adaptability – Handling system changes, new policies, and regulatory updates.
- Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance
- Experience Length: 0 Years
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 28th February 2025
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