Accounting Specialist – AR and Inventory

• Oversee all AR activities, including billing, collections, customer master data setup, and cash application.
• Monitor AR aging reports, identify overdue balances, and ensure timely collection actions. Verify accuracy of cash application for all O&O retail outlets and wholesale customers, recommending bad debt provisions when necessary.
• Coordinate and liaise with key customers (e.g., CDS, RBS, TMG) to resolve billing and payment discrepancies promptly.
• Address ad-hoc customer requests or billing issues while ensuring alignment with accounting and tax guidelines.
• Implement and review SAP billing and collection templates to ensure accurate AR postings.
• Ensure compliance with corporate invoicing policies and local tax regulations.
• Guide the AR team on new billing projects, such as customer portal integration (e.g., ASN, Bill).
• Lead AR-related initiatives and continuous improvement projects, including discrepancy resolution and system enhancements.
• Provide support during audits by explaining AR GL transactions and supplying required documentation.
• Investigate variances and collaborate with all relevant parties to resolve issues.

• Monitor and report on inventory balances, including stock on hand, reserves, surplus, damages, and returns.
• Participate in and oversee physical inventory counts, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support inventory stock transfers by validating related documentation and ensuring proper SAP recording.
• Review accounting for cost of goods sold (COGS), inventory movements, and stock take results.
• Maintain strong controls over sensitive inventory processes, including adjustments and variance analysis.
• Collaborate closely with Shared Services on inventory aging analysis and provisions.

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX requirements, and global accounting standards (US GAAP, TFRS).
• Prepare and reconcile output VAT reports for timely submission to tax authorities.
• Review and ensure proper accounting treatments for local statutory and tax reporting purposes, including e-tax compliance.

• Provide directional support and supervise Shared Service teams (outsourced parties) to ensure timely financial closes for AR and inventory, in compliance with global finance policies and US GAAP/SOX.
• Supervise the AR team to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Provide leadership during team meetings, stock take, and cross-departmental coordination.
• Assist in developing and implementing policies and process improvements.
• Manage ad-hoc tasks and special projects related to AR and inventory, offering financial insights and control measures.

• Respond to audit and tax queries in a timely and comprehensive manner.
• Complete Bureau of Statistics surveys, and other regulatory submissions as required.

• Perform other related duties and special assignments as required by management, including support for unexpected issues in AR or inventory management and collaboration across functions.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Finance or Accounting; an advanced degree is a plus.
• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of US GAAP, TFRS, SOX, and local statutory compliance requirements.
• Minimum of 7 years of accounting and administrative experience, with the ability to manage a full set of financial accounts.
• Strong expertise in accounts receivable (AR), inventory control, and tax matters, including deferred tax.
• Hands-on experience with SAP, particularly in FI/CO and SD/MM modules; knowledge of Hyperion is an advantage.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to motivate, coach, and lead functional meetings.
• Proficient in both spoken and written English and Thai.

Levi Strauss