Kerja Sepenuh Masa, [FAD] Snr Manager-Asst Director (Accounts Receivable), Finance - Admin Dept di ACRA - Accounting And Corporate Regulatory Authority - Maukerja

What The Role Is

Be part of a high-performing Finance Department that drives sound financial governance, operational excellence and continuous improvement across ACRA. As the functional lead for Accounts Receivable, you will manage and be responsible for the delivery, governance, compliance and continuous enhancement of ACRA's revenue, receivables and collections functions, including strengthening controls and stakeholder service delivery, and leveraging data analytics and digital solutions to improve finance operations and business outcomes.

What You Will Be Working On

Reporting to

• Deputy Director / Director
  
  Job Responsibilities
  
  

Accounts Receivable

• Responsible for the revenue, receivables and collections function, ensure timely and accurate recognition, billing, collection and reporting of revenue in compliance with the Government Instruction Manual (IM), accounting standards and internal policies
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities relating to the Accounts Receivable function, including the review of revenue journals, reconciliations, ageing reports and supporting schedules
• Oversee and strengthen collection processes, including monitoring outstanding debts, follow-up actions and recovery efforts.
• Review and monitor revenue trends, receivable balances and collection performance to ensure timely collection and effective management of credit risks.
• Review and enhance workflows, controls and operating procedures regularly to enhance operational efficiency, governance, and stakeholder experience as the process owner for Accounts Receivable.
• Analyse revenue, receivables and collections data using analytics tools to identify trends, anomalies and opportunities to strengthen governance, operational performance and decision-making.
• Implement, review and strengthen finance policies, standard operating procedures, governance frameworks and internal controls relating to revenue and receivables to ensure compliance with Government IM and Whole-of-Government best practices.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations on revenue recognition, billing, receivables management and debt recovery matters to support management decision-making.
  
  Others
• Build strong partnerships with business divisions, customers, payment service providers and external stakeholders to facilitate timely recovery of outstanding debts, resolve complex revenue, receivable and collection-related matters, and deliver responsive, customer-centric and value-added finance services.
• Collaborate with system vendors, payment gateways and internal stakeholders to resolve system issues, implement system enhancements and drive digitalisation initiatives relating to revenue and collection processes.
• Lead transformation initiatives across revenue, receivables and collection processes through automation, analytics, artificial intelligence and digital solutions to enhance efficiency, controls and stakeholder experience.
• Guide the Accounts Receivable team, building capabilities and promoting accountability, innovation and service excellence.
• Support the preparation of ACRA's financial statements and serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external auditors on Accounts Receivable matters, including coordinating audit requests and responses to audit observations.
• Represent the Accounts Receivable function and Finance Department in organisation-wide projects, cross-functional committees and Whole-of-Government initiatives, as delegated
• Act as covering officer for the Accounts Payable function.
• Undertake any other duties or ad-hoc projects as assigned.
  
  

What We Are Looking For

Job Requirements

• Professional qualification in Accountancy, Finance or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in finance operations, preferably in Accounts Receivable, revenue management, financial reporting and public sector finance, with supervisory experience.
  
  Technical Competencies
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, revenue recognition principles, Accounts Receivable operations and internal controls.
• Experience in debt recovery, collections management and finance operations within the Public Sector would be an advantage.
• IT-savvy with experience in finance systems, payment gateways, data analytics and digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience in process improvement, automation and the use of data analytics to enhance finance operations.
  
  
  
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Innovative, resourceful and a problem-solver, with the ability to examine issues from multiple perspectives and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates strong change management and process improvement capabilities, with the ability to lead teams through operational and digital transformation initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-starter and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes under tight timelines.
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and motivate a high-performing team.
• Possesses a growth mindset and a strong inclination to learn, innovate and drive continuous improvement.