Accounts Receivable Lead

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable (AR) Lead to manage end-to-end receivables and collections across multiple FMCG sales channels. The role will focus on credit control, reconciliations, cash flow optimization, and strong coordination with sales, finance, and channel partners.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections

Own end-to-end Order-to-Cash (O2C) process across GT, MT, E-commerce, and Quick Commerce

Manage receivables, collections, and follow-ups to ensure timely realization

Monitor aging, overdue, and credit limits for channel partners

Drive improvements in DSO and working capital efficiency

Channel-wise Receivables Management

Handle receivables for General Trade distributors and dealers

Manage Modern Trade accounts including chains and key retailers

Reconcile receivables for E-commerce & Quick Commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy, etc.)

Manage claims, deductions, and credit notes across channels

Reconciliation & Reporting

Perform invoice-to-payment reconciliation

Handle debit/credit notes, returns, and scheme-related adjustments

Prepare MIS reports on aging, collections, and channel-wise receivables

Ensure accurate month-end and year-end closing

Stakeholder & Team Management

Coordinate with sales, supply chain, finance, and key account teams

Lead and mentor AR executives and analysts

Act as the single point of contact for receivable-related escalations

Systems & Compliance

Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

Work on ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Tally / other ERPs)

Support statutory, internal, and external audits

Required Skills & Experience

610 years of experience in Accounts Receivable within FMCG

Strong exposure to GT, MT, E-commerce, and Quick Commerce

Solid understanding of O2C, credit control, and collections

Experience handling claims, deductions, and reconciliations

Strong analytical