Account Receivable Assistant

Position : Account Receivable Assistant

Reports to : Manager Accounts

Location : Mumbai

Minimum Years of Experience : 2 Years

Maximum Years of Experience : 5 Years

Minimum Qualifications : Any Commerce Graduate

Preferred Qualifications : B. Com

Type of Work Experience Required (Mandatory) ** : Experience in Accounts Receivable with a company that has multiple operating locations within India and a centralised Accounts Receivable department

Type of Work Experience Required (Preferred) ** : Experience working in a company with an annual turnover of 200 crores or more

Responsibilities :

• Follow up with customers via email and phone for pending payments and overdue invoices


• Assist in the preparation and issuance of customer account statements and reminders


• Record and reconcile payments received from customers against corresponding invoices


• Work closely with internal departments (sales, customer service) to resolve payment disputes or discrepancies


• Maintain updated customer contact records and payment histories in the ERP or accounting system


• Escalate unresolved payment issues to the relevant Manager for further action


• Participate in internal audits related to receivables and collections as required


• Closely work with accounts, sales and service departments to identify the source of received payments and accounting of such payments


• Actively working on the reduction and clearing of suspense accounts for unidentified receipts of payments


• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Finance team

General Success Behaviours (Key Competencies) :

• Takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities


• Works effectively with others across teams and departments


• Communicates clearly, effectively and professionally


• Effective team handling skills Understands the internal and external customer needs


• Acts honestly, maintains confidentiality and upholds company values


• Works proactively, manages time to meet deadlines and priorities


• Upholds professional standards and represents the organisation positively


• Keeps updated on the organisation s goals and industry trends

Any specific skills/knowledge required for this position :

• Computer knowledge, experience in working with ERP systems, and strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel)