Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant
Nigeria, Port Harcourt
Other
About SLB
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.
At SLB, we recognize that our innovation, creativity, and success stem from our differences. We actively recruit people with a diverse range of backgrounds and cultivate a culture of inclusion that unlocks the benefits of our diversity. We want to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging here and we encourage, enable, and empower our people to foster inclusivity, build trust, and demonstrate respect for across the organization.
Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.
Accounts Receivable (AR) Accountant
The AR Accountant supports accounts receivable and collection activities by ensuring timely cash application, monitoring customer accounts, and delivering accurate reporting on receivables and aging balances. This role is responsible for managing and collecting a trade accounts receivable portfolio, with the objective of maximizing liquidity, improving cash flow, and minimizing outstanding receivables.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely collection of accounts receivable (AR) through regular follow-up on assigned accounts, in line with departmental and individual objectives.
- Document and review the customer order-to-cash process and proposing opportunities to improve the pain points and increase the efficiency of the process.
- Collect outstanding invoices, gathering information on invoice disputes and creating invoice dispute records for distribution and subsequent resolution.
- Input notes in collection system regarding submission, resubmission and transaction approval dates so Company departments have a clear understanding of AR status.
- Record disputes in collection system and assign clear action items for the appropriate dispute owner.
- Maintain contact with customer AP departments through collection calls, past due notices and account statements.
- Ensure compliance with company eFinance policies and procedures.
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all transactions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including those within the Billing Center of Excellence, Sales, Operations, Tax and Treasury to support collections, proper cash application and timely dispute resolution.
- Recommend uncollectable debit balances for expense write-off and work with Controller and Financial Analyst to clear balances from their AR portfolio.
- Review aged credit balances to ensure adherence to the Company’s escheatment policy.
Experiences and Exposures:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
- 2-3 years of experience with Accounts Receivables, Credit Control, or a similar finance role.
- Good understanding of AR processes, collections management, account reconciliation, and financial reporting.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Chartered Accountant - ICAN, ACCA will be an added advantage
Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
Benefits
International Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Insurance
Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.
Learning Opportunities
Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.
Diverse and Inclusive
Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.
About Us
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.
Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact accommodationhotline@slb.com to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
SLB is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor- priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
