Accounts Receivable - Mumbai

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 110 offices worldwide.

We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Lead to join our finance team in Mumbai, India. In this leadership role, you will oversee all accounts receivable operations, manage a dedicated team, and ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices while maintaining strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical expertise, analytical skills, and proven leadership capabilities to drive efficiency and accuracy in our AR processes.

• Lead, mentor, and supervise the accounts receivable team, providing guidance on daily tasks, performance management, and professional development
• Oversee the complete accounts receivable cycle, including invoice processing, billing, collections, and reconciliations
• Analyze aging reports and develop collection strategies to minimize Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and reduce bad debt exposure
• Manage credit risk assessments and make recommendations on credit limits and customer payment terms
• Ensure compliance with Indian accounting standards, GST regulations, and organizational financial policies
• Prepare and present accurate accounts receivable reports and metrics to senior management
• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Coordinate with sales, customer service, and finance teams to resolve billing disputes and customer inquiries
• Maintain and optimize accounting systems and databases to ensure data integrity
• Develop and implement best practices for AR operations and internal controls

• Minimum 5+ years of accounts receivable experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, or similar platforms)
• Strong knowledge of Indian accounting standards, GST compliance, and financial regulations
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and create financial reports
• Demonstrated expertise in collections management, credit analysis, and cash flow optimization
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
• Proven negotiation and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
• Experience with process improvement and automation initiatives
• Proficiency in customer relationship management and conflict resolution
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of internal controls and audit requirements

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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