Account Receivable

Company Description

Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is leading the way in advanced energy storage by establishing India's first Giga plant to manufacture Lithium-Ion Cells in Bengaluru. The company specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing high-performance Lithium-Ion Cells and Battery Pack solutions. These solutions cater to a range of energy storage needs across Automotive and Industrial sectors, driving innovation and sustainability. Exide Energy is committed to powering the future with cutting-edge technology and global industry standards.

Exide Energy Solutions Ltd is looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented person to join our team!

Location: Devanahalli, Bangalore

Experience: 3-7 years

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities:

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 ledgers
• Ensure accurate posting of AR transactions in SAP

2. Collections & Follow-ups

• Proactively follow up with customers for outstanding payments
• Share account statements and resolve customer queries
• Coordinate with sales teams for collection support
• Escalate overdue accounts as per company policy

3. Cash Application (SAP)

• Post and allocate incoming receipts (RTGS/NEFT/Cheques) in SAP
• Clear open items using SAP transactions (e.g., F-28, F-32)
• Manage short payments, deductions, and disputes
• Coordinate 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 policies
• Block/unblock customers in coordination with management
• Identify high-risk accounts and recommend corrective actions

5. Reporting & MIS (SAP-based)

• Generate AR aging reports, DSO analysis, and collection dashboards
• Prepare periodic MIS reports directly from SAP S/4HANA
• Provide actionable insights on overdue receivables
• Support management with forecasted cash inflow data

6. Month-End Closing Activities

• Perform AR closing activities in SAP
• Ensure all receipts and adjustments are posted before period close
• Reconcile AR sub-ledger with General Ledger
• Assist in provisioning for doubtful debts

7. Compliance, Audit & Documentation

• Maintain proper audit trail and documentation in SAP
• Support statutory and internal audits with required data/reports
• Ensure 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 collections
• Knowledge of GST impact on receivables (basic working level)
• Strong Excel and reporting skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: CA Inter / MBA (Finance)
• Experience: 3-7 years in Accounts Receivable with SAP exposure
• Experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
• Collection efficiency ratio
• % of overdue receivables
• Accuracy of SAP postings and reconciliations
• Reduction in disputes and unapplied cash

Preferred Exposure

• SAP S/4HANA implementation or migration experience
• Working with distributor/dealer-based business models
• Exposure to high-volume transaction environments