Head of AR & Credit Management
Dubai
Lead the full accounts receivable lifecycle including invoicing, collections, cash application, and dispute resolution
- Design, implement, and continuously enhance AR and credit management policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Ensure timely and accurate invoicing in line with contractual terms and commercial agreements
- Monitor receivables ageing and develop targeted collection strategies to reduce DSO and improve working capital
- Assess customer creditworthiness using financial analysis, credit reports, and market intelligence
- Set, review, and approve credit limits and payment terms in line with risk appetite and delegated authority
- Proactively monitor customer risk profiles and implement mitigation strategies to minimise bad debt exposure
- Drive cash flow optimisation through disciplined collections and prioritisation of overdue balances
- Develop, track, and report on key AR and credit KPIs, providing clear insights to senior management
- Partner closely with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Treasury teams to resolve billing issues and support commercial outcomes
- Build strong working relationships with key customers to support professional and effective collections
- Lead, mentor, and develop the AR and Credit Control team, setting clear objectives and performance standards
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus within the team
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and digital transformation across AR and credit processes
- Ensure effective use of ERP and receivables management systems
- Maintain compliance with internal policies, financial regulations, and audit requirements
- Support internal and external audits relating to receivables and credit activities
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field
- 8+ years of experience
- Professional certification such as CPA or CMA is an advantage
- Extensive experience in accounts receivable, credit management, or finance operations within the UAE
- Proven people management experience leading and developing teams
- Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, collections strategies, and financial analysis
- Solid knowledge of GL and sub ledger reconciliations
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Fluent in English, written and spoken
- Must be currently based in the UAE with strong local market experience
- The role may require commuting to Abu Dhabi once a week
Our client is a well-established organisation operating within the industrial and commercial solutions sector in the Middle East. The business has a strong regional footprint, a diverse customer base, and a reputation for operational excellence, innovation, and long-term partnerships.
- Senior leadership role with high visibility and impact on business performance
- Opportunity to shape and enhance credit and receivables strategy across the organisation
- Collaborative and commercially driven environment
- Strong focus on process improvement and digital transformation
- Long term career growth within a stable and reputable business
muller & phipps middle eastDubai
Job Description
Role Summary
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