ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for assisting with various tasks related to accounts receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections. The individual will have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on overdue accounts, communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances
• Process incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Perform regular reconciliations of accounts receivable ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies or disputes
• Monitor and prepare cash flow analysis
• Collaborate with other departments to address customer inquiries or concerns
• Support month-end and year-end close processes as needed
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the accounts receivable function
• Department admin & ad-hoc duties assigned from time to time

Minimum Educational Qualifications/ Experiencerequired:

• Minimum Diploma in Accounting, Finance or equivalent qualifications
• Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar role

Skills and Knowledge required:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (such as MS Business Central, Accpac, etc.)
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work
• Service-oriented with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised, self-motivated and able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Able to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment