Analyst - Accounts Receivable

What this job involves:

Responsibilities:

Financial Analysis and Reconciliation:

• Analyze and reconcile cash/amounts received in Bank Accounts and Lockboxes.
• Investigate clients' aging history against over/short payments.
• Perform AR to GL reconciliations.

Query Management and Resolution:

• Handle and resolve incoming queries promptly.
• Follow up on pending queries and escalate unresolved issues.

Payment Processing and Error Management:

• Research and analyze duplicate and erroneous payments.
• Collaborate with Bank and Treasury teams to reconcile errors.
• Analyze reports for System Auto Applications to ensure proper applications.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare various financial reports including Monthly Balance Sheets, KPIs, and Quarterly Reports.
• Maintain and update process-related documents in real-time.

Process Improvement and Quality Assurance:

• Identify tactical and strategic opportunities, gaps, and financial risks.
• Perform root cause analysis to drive process improvements.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure accurate application of deposits.

Team Support and Leadership:

• Assist in training new employees.
• Assign work and manage workload distribution within the team.
• Ensure service delivery meets agreed norms and SLAs.

Stakeholder Management:

• Liaise with Onshore Finance team and other stakeholders.
• Provide assistance during internal/external audits.
• Support cross-functional processes as required.

Month-End Activities:

• Undertake month-end closing activities and reporting.

Performance Objectives:

• Work within established procedures with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate sound decision-making skills in various situations.
• Meet deadlines through effective task prioritization.
• Exhibit flexibility in job responsibilities as priorities change.
• Contribute to a diverse, collaborative, and driven professional environment.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Graduate Degree in Accounting or relevant professional accountancy qualification.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience in a corporate environment (for external candidates).
• Min 18 Months in current role (for internal candidates)

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and MS Office suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of real estate fundamentals.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of accounts receivable processes and best practices.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and creative approach to work.
• Energetic and enthusiastic attitude.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to client service.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Open to working in any shift.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: