Accounts Receivable For Jamnagar Location

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Position Summary

The Accounts Receivable staff is responsible for managing and ensuring the timely collection of payments, maintaining accurate financial records for the branch, and handling specific operational accounting tasks, including petty cash and transportation billing. This role is crucial for maintaining a healthy cash flow and supporting overall branch accounting operations.

Scope of Work and Key Responsibilities

Core Accounts Receivable Management

• Manage incoming payments, verify, and post daily customer receipts (cash, checks, and electronic payments) to customer accounts in compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Process and prepare

  cheque deposits

  , ensuring timely bank deposits and verification of clearing status.
• Monitor accounts for non-payment, delayed payments, and other irregularities, initiating collection efforts as needed.
• Generate and send accurate invoices, account statements, and credit memos to clients.
• Perform regular account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of the accounts receivable ledger and resolve any discrepancies.

Branch Accounting & Operational Duties

• Manage the branch's

  petty cash

  fund, including disbursements, receipt verification, and regular reconciliation.
• Conduct scrutiny of

  open sales orders

  , collaborating with the sales and dispatch teams to ensure timely and accurate billing.
• Handle

  transportation billing

  , verifying freight charges and ensuring all related invoices are processed correctly and on time.
• Process all other

  debit notes and credit notes related to sales

  , ensuring accurate application and resolution of customer deductions.
• Assist with overall

  branch accounting

  and month-end closing activities, including preparing reports for management review.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education:

  A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Technical Skills:

  Proficiency in accounting software - SAP and MS Office, particularly Excel, is required.

• Soft Skills:

  Strong attention to detail, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines are essential.