Billing and Accounts Receivable Officer

Columbia Transport, Inc.; Pasay; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Government Mandated Benefits: Bereavement Leave, Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave

Job summary

A transport company in the Philippines is seeking an experienced individual for a full-time on-site position focused on invoicing, payment processing, and accounts receivable management. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a degree in accounting or finance. Responsibilities include generating invoices, managing payments, and reconciling accounts. Candidates should be detail-oriented and capable of handling sensitive payment discussions.,

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, billing, or collections is relevant.
• Ability to manage sensitive payment discussions with clients.
• Experience with data entry accuracy and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Generate, prepare, and distribute invoices for services rendered.
• Post incoming payments to customer accounts in accounting software.
• Monitor aging reports to identify outstanding accounts and minimize bad debt.
• Reconcile sub-ledgers with the general ledger.
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies and customer inquiries.
• Maintain organized records of all client transactions.
• Prepare reports on cash receipts and accounts receivable aging for management.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Word

Proficiency in MS Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Understanding of accounting principles

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

On-site - Pasay 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Government Mandated Benefits

Bereavement Leave, Maternity & Paternity Leave, Sick Leave, Solo Parent Leave, Vacation Leave

Responsibilities and Duties

• Invoicing and Billing: Generate, prepare, and distribute invoices (via mail, email, or client portals) for goods or services rendered.
• Payment Processing: Post incoming payments (cash, checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit cards) to customer accounts in accounting software.
• Accounts Receivable Management: Monitor aging reports to identify outstanding, overdue accounts and initiate collection efforts to minimize bad debt.
• Reconciliation: Reconcile AR sub-ledgers with the general ledger, ensuring all accounts are accurate and up-to-date.
• Dispute Resolution: Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, deductions, and customer inquiries, issuing credit memos or refunds when necessary.
• Record Keeping: Maintain detailed, organized records of all client transactions, payment plans, and communications.
• Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, or monthly reports on cash receipts and accounts receivable aging for management.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, Powerpoint.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and general ledger posting.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills for handling sensitive payment discussions.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Relevant experience in finance, billing, or collections, often requiring an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance.

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