Financial Collections Analyst

1. Accounts Receivable Management (SAP S/4HANA FI-AR) - Maintain and monitor customer accounts in SAP S/4HANA Track receivables and analyse aging through SAP reports (e.G., FBL5N, aging reports)Perform periodic reconciliation of customer ledgersEnsure accurate posting of AR transactions in SAP 2. Collections & Follow-ups - Proactively follow up with customers for outstanding paymentsShare account statements and resolve customer queriesCoordinate with sales teams for collection supportEscalate overdue accounts as per company policy 3. Cash Application (SAP) - Post and allocate incoming receipts (RTGS/NEFT/Cheques) in SAPClear open items using SAP transactions (e.G., F-28, F-32)Manage short payments, deductions, and disputesCoordinate with internal teams for deduction resolution 4. Credit Control & Risk Monitoring - Monitor customer credit limits and exposure in SAP Ensure compliance with credit terms and policiesBlock/unblock customers in coordination with managementIdentify high-risk accounts and recommend corrective actions 5. Reporting & MIS (SAP-based) - Generate AR aging reports, DSO analysis, and collection dashboardsPrepare periodic MIS reports directly from SAP S/4HANAProvide actionable insights on overdue receivablesSupport management with forecasted cash inflow data 6. Month-End Closing Activities - Perform AR closing activities in SAPEnsure all receipts and adjustments are posted before period closeReconcile AR sub-ledger with General LedgerAssist in provisioning for doubtful debts 7. Compliance, Audit & Documentation - Maintain proper audit trail and documentation in SAPSupport statutory and internal audits with required data/reportsEnsure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls Key Skills & Competencies - Strong hands-on experience in SAP S/4HANA (FI-AR module)Understanding of AR processes, credit control, and collectionsKnowledge of GST impact on receivables (basic working level)Strong Excel and reporting skillsGood communication and stakeholder management skillsAnalytical mindset with attention to detail Qualifications & Experience - Education: B.Com / M.Com / CA Inter / MBA (Finance)Experience: 37 years in Accounts Receivable with SAP exposureExperience in manufacturing environment preferred Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)Collection efficiency ratio% of overdue receivablesAccuracy of SAP postings and reconciliationsReduction in disputes and unapplied cash Preferred Exposure - SAP S/4HANA implementation or migration experienceWorking with distributor/dealer-based business modelsExposure to high-volume transaction environments .