Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Title: Team Leader – Accounts Receivable (Collections) Job Type: Full-Time Department: Finance & Accounts Role Summary We are hiring a Team Leader – Accounts Receivable (Collections) who can take full ownership of the collections process and lead the AR team with minimal supervision. This role requires strong initiative, accountability, and problem-solving ability. You will manage collections, maintain client relationships, oversee cash applications, and lead financial reporting — all with a high level of autonomy. Key Responsibilities Independent Ownership · Take full responsibility for end-to-end AR and collections functions without daily oversight · Proactively identify and resolve issues related to delayed payments, unapplied cash, or client disputes · Drive process improvements and independently implement solutions to enhance collection efficiency Accounts Receivable & Collections · Monitor aging reports and ensure timely follow-up on all outstanding receivables · Negotiate payment plans with clients where necessary · Collaborate with internal departments (sales, operations, finance) to resolve billing disputes and ensure timely invoicing Client Relationship Management · Build strong, professional relationships with clients to ensure payment follow-through and maintain goodwill · Act as the primary point of contact for escalated or sensitive receivables issues · Ensure transparent communication and timely sharing of statements, reconciliations, and account summaries Cash Application · Oversee daily cash application process; ensure all payments are correctly allocated to client accounts · Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies or short payments independently · Coordinate closely with the finance team for account reconciliations and closing Reporting & Analysis · Independently generate and share: o Weekly AR and collections reports o Aging summaries and risk assessments o MIS dashboards (DSO, collection efficiency, cash flow forecast) · Present actionable insights to senior leadership · Flag potential bad debts early and recommend recovery actions Compliance, Audit & Controls · Ensure all processes adhere to internal policies and external compliance standards · Maintain detailed documentation and support audit requirements · Recommend internal controls or automation tools to strengthen AR systems --- Requirements · Bachelor’s in Commerce / Finance / Accounting · Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce (M.com/MBA preferred) · 4–6 years of AR and collections experience, including team leadership or senior-level individual contributor roles · Strong knowledge of credit control, cash application, and reconciliations · Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software (e.g., Tally, SAP, QuickBooks) · Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer-handling skills · Self-motivated and capable of handling responsibilities with minimal supervision · Ability to make informed decisions, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple stakeholders independently -- ~Interested candidates, please share your updated resume at srishti.mahajan@transjetcargo.com or WhatsApp at 8427272816 with the following details:- Experience- Current Organization- Current CTC- Expected CTC- Notice Period- Profile- ~If you have any reference, kindly do share it and share this post with your friends. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From ₹35,000.00 per month Benefits: Health insurance Leave encashment Provident Fund Schedule: Evening shift Fixed shift Monday to Friday Night shift US shift Work Location: In person