Rafi Islam

Accounts Receivable Accountant @ALS

North Vancouver, BC, CA

Supported migration from Navision to Oracle ERP, leading AR module integration testing, error resolution, and reconciliation between subledger and GL; reduced recurring distribution errors by 25% and provided feedback to optimize system workflows.• Resolved complex AR data discrepancies by troubleshooting auto-invoicing errors from LIMS imports into Oracle, correcting GL distribution misalignments, and ensuring reconciliation between legacy and new systems for a seamless cutover.• Process 200+ weekly cheque and electronic payments, including intercompany transactions; apply credit/debit memos to balance accounts, achieving >98% accuracy in payment posting and accelerating month-end close.• Oversee invoicing across e-invoicing platforms and SAP Fieldglass for project billing; review and approve invoices, credit memos, adjustments, and AR accruals/rebate entries. • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies to maintain accurate records; monitor aging reports, conduct weekly collection calls, and track DSO trends—cut overdue balances (>30 days) by 27% within six months.• Manage cash forecasting and track weekly variances against collection targets, directly supporting liquidity planning; released 50–70 work orders weekly based on credit exposure and working capital objective.• Prepare and deliver monthly AR dashboards to management, covering DSO, cash-conversion cycle, and collection performance; weekly insight memos contributed to freeing CA $1.2M in working capital.• Maintain relationships with 100+ active accounts, resolve billing disputes (cutting average resolution cycle from 12 days to 5 days), and collaborate with sales and customer service to align AR processes across Canadian teams.• Support month-end accounting through accruals, reconciliations, and close activities; enforce internal controls, assist in audits, and ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Institute of Management Accountants (IMA)

Accounting

North South University

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting and Finance

University Canada West

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Accounting and Finance