Accounts Receivable Assistant

Job Summary

The Accounts Receivable Assistant supports the Accounting team by performing high-volume, routine administrative and data-entry tasks. This role focuses on accurate cash posting, maintaining clean customer master data, and providing document support. It is an entry-level role that is ideal for candidates beginning their career in accounting or finance.

Key Performance Outcomes (KPOs)

1. Cash Application Accuracy: Maintain a 98%+ accuracy rate in posting daily cash receipts.
2. Data Integrity: Maintain 100% accuracy in updating customer contact information.
3. Response Time: Acknowledge internal and external inquiries within 1 business day.

Key Responsibilities

• Download bank statements and process daily cash receipts (checks, wires, ACH).
• Perform basic data entry to update customer master files (address changes, contact updates).
• Assist in scanning and archiving financial documents.
• Provide copies of invoices and proofs of delivery (POD) to customers upon request.
• Assist with gathering documentation for internal and external audits.
• Identify and flag unapplied cash for review by senior staff.

Education Required

• Required: Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / 12th Pass..
• Preferred: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Business Administration (e.g., B.Com, BBA).

Years of Experience

• 0–2 years of general office or data entry experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of accounting concepts (debits, credits, invoices, payments) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).