Assistant Accountant – Accounts Receivable (AR)
Job Summary
The Assistant Accountant Accounts Receivable is responsible for managing the companys accounts receivable processes ensuring timely billing collection of outstanding payments accurate recording of customer transactions and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. The role supports month-end closing activities and contributes to maintaining healthy cash flow and financial accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Management
- Process customer receipts and accurately apply payments to customer accounts.
- Prepare and issue customer VAT invoices (fapiao) accurately and on a timely basis.
- Monitor fapiao issuance status and liaise with business teams to ensure timely follow-up and resolution of outstanding matters.
- Monitor customer account balances and outstanding receivables to ensure timely collection.
- Follow up on overdue accounts and collaborate with business stakeholders to resolve collection issues and minimize aged debt.
- Escalate collection risks and recommend appropriate corrective actions when necessary.
- Prepare and send customer statements of account.
- Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Support periodic past-due reviews and contribute to collection improvement initiatives.
Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
- Perform monthly AR aging analysis and prepare weekly collection reports.
- Reconcile the accounts receivable sub-ledger and T-suite with the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Support external audit requests by providing relevant documentation.
Process Improvement & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
- Maintain accurate and organized customer records and supporting documents.
- Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and collection efficiency.
- Assist with implementation and enhancement of finance systems and controls.
Other Duties
- Support the Finance team in ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks.
- Provide backup support for other accounting functions when required.
Qualifications :
- Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related discipline.
- Accounting certifications or ongoing professional studies (e.g. CPA Certified Intermediate Accountant) will be an advantage.
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
- 13 years of solid experience in Accounts Receivable Credit Control or general accounting. (Fresh graduates with strong accounting knowledge and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply)
- Experience with VAT invoicing (fapiao) processes is an advantage.
- Exposure to ERP systems prefer Microsoft Dynamics or similar accounting systems.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel knowledge in Power BI is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and transaction processing.
Personal Attributes
- Strong sense of accountability and ownership with the ability to follow through on tasks and commitments.
- Proactive hands-on and willing to take initiative in resolving issues and improving processes.
- Positive can-do attitude with a strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
- Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a customer-focused mindset.
- Able to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team approach.
- Demonstrates integrity professionalism and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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