Account Receivable Manager - Healthcare

Job description

the employer is a global science and technology innovator helping customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life. The role combines strong financial governance with forward‑looking commercial insight and end‑to‑end responsibility for accounts receivable, credit management, collections, cash application, trade finance and strategic customer accounts across Saudi Arabia. You will advise senior stakeholders, strengthen financial processes and controls, and translate complex financial information into clear recommendations that support confident decision‑making, healthy cash flow and sustainable growth. Key duties include owning monthly statements for distributors, service accounts, the Ministry of Health and NUPCO; processing and reconciling customer statements, payments and cash applications; supporting credit note processing and dispute resolution; coordinating invoice allocation with relevant departments; partnering with Service to ensure timely contract renewals and compliance; leading monthly ageing report reviews and collection strategies; managing bad‑debt exposure and quarterly closing assessments; handling key accounts such as distributors, NUPCO, MOH and direct customers; supporting NUPCO certification; reviewing strategic contracts for penalties and credit exposure; ensuring documentation and adherence to credit policies; managing customer relationships, cash flow and AR forecasting; coordinating banking and trade‑finance facilities; supervising regional collection resources; using Oracle for AR, cash application and credit management; building relationships with NUPCO stakeholders; collaborating with Commercial, Service, Finance and other functions to improve working capital; identifying financial risks and opportunities and providing recommendations; applying the employer Business System principles to strengthen processes and deliver measurable value

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related discipline
• valid SOCPA membership
• at least 10 years of experience in accounting, accounts receivable, credit management or collections
• demonstrated experience establishing, developing or transforming a finance or accounting function
• previous experience in healthcare, medical devices or life sciences, preferably diagnostics
• practical experience with OTL and GPRR processes and related accounting requirements
• strong experience managing NUPCO, MOH, distributors and major customer accounts in Saudi Arabia
• strong understanding of Saudi financial practices, customer‑contract requirements and credit‑management processes
• currently based in Saudi Arabia and eligible for sponsorship transfer where applicable
• collaborative team player with strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills
• proven ability to build effective relationships with NUPCO and external stakeholders
• ability to adapt positively in a changing environment
• action‑ and results‑oriented with excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• strong critical‑thinking, analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• process‑mindset with passion for continuous improvement
• confident in managing complex customer relationships, disputes and collection challenges
• high integrity, accountability and attention to detail
• ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and turn financial insights into practical actions.

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