Accountant (Accounts Receivable)

1 week ago
Employment Information

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Project Location(s):Karachi, Pakistan

Education: Bachelor/Masters degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus.

 

Job Responsibilities

  •    Invoice Generation:

    •   Prepare and send invoices to customers on time.

    •   Ensure that all invoicing information is accurate and reflects agreed-upon terms.

  •   Payment Processing:

    •   Receive and process incoming payments (checks, credit cards, ACH, etc.).

    •   Record payments accurately in the financial system.

    •   Apply payments to customer accounts.

  •   Account Reconciliation:

    •   Reconcile accounts receivable to ensure that payments are applied to the correct accounts.

    •   Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounts.

  •   Collections:

    •   Monitor accounts for overdue payments.

    •   Contact customers to follow up on unpaid invoices.

    •   Work with customers to arrange payment plans when necessary.

    •   Escalate unresolved collections to management.

  •     Reporting:

    •    Maintain a current accounts receivable aging report.

    •    Generate weekly or monthly reports on outstanding balances for management review.

  1.     Customer Communication:

    •    Provide customers with account information, such as balances and due dates.

    •    Resolve customer billing issues and answer questions regarding invoices.

  2.     Data Entry:

    •   Accurately input financial transactions and customer information into accounting software.

    •   Ensure all records are up to date and properly maintained.

  3.     Maintain Records:

    •   Keep accurate and organized records of customer payments, account history, and financial transactions.

  4.     Collaboration:

    •   Work closely with the accounting and sales teams to resolve payment discrepancies.

    •   Assist in the preparation of financial audits as required.

  5.     Compliance:

    •   Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards related to accounts receivable practices.

As our ideal candidate, you should have:

  • Bachelor/Master degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus.

  • Previous experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, or a related field.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) is preferred.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer interactions.

  • Ability to maintain accurate financial records and identify discrepancies.

  • Skilled at resolving issues with customer payments and billing.