Specialist – Accounts Receivable

Position Overview

We are looking for a meticulous and process-driven Specialist – Accounts Receivable to take ownership of billing, cash application, and reconciliation tasks. This role is essential for ensuring timely invoicing, accurate allocation of payments, and clean maintenance of the AR ledger. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting knowledge, ERP proficiency, and the ability to coordinate across departments and with external stakeholders to resolve issues effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Billing

• Generate and post customer invoices as per agreed timelines and client SOPs.

• Review contract terms, pricing, and documentation prior to invoice creation.

• Collaborate with internal teams (operations and sales) for accurate billing inputs.

• Share invoices with customers through email or specified billing portals.

• Ensure adherence to all statutory billing requirements, including GST and PO compliance.

Cash Application

• Apply customer payments (NEFT, RTGS, cheques) to open invoices in ERP systems.

• Review remittance advice and bank details to ensure accurate payment mapping.

• Investigate and resolve unapplied or unidentified payments with client teams.

• Escalate and follow up on chargebacks, deductions, and short payments as necessary.

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Maintain updated AR aging reports and daily/weekly cash application logs.

• Assist with Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS) and general ledger reconciliations.

• Support internal and statutory audits by preparing billing and AR documentation.

• Identify and resolve billing or cash application discrepancies promptly.

Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 3–8 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Billing, or Cash Application.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of Microsoft Excel, Word, and ERP systems.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and statutory compliance.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or related field (preferred).

Tagged as: ERP, MS Excel