Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Employment
Type: Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage receivables and support finance operations on a temporary basis. This role covers AR functions across tenant billing, e‑commerce receipts, and general accounting support, while also assisting with Accounts Payable and audit requirements. The ideal candidate is accurate, organized, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Operations

• Issue invoices, credit notes, and statements of account for tenants and customers.
• Record daily financial transactions in ERP systems and maintain proper documentation.
• Apply customer payments (bank transfers, cheques, credit cards, online platforms) accurately.
• Reconcile receipts from banks, payment gateways, and e‑commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Amex, GrabPay).
• Monitor aging reports, follow up on overdue accounts, and resolve billing issues.
• Maintain accurate AR ledgers and customer statements.
• Communicate with customers to address inquiries and discrepancies.
• Review creditworthiness and manage credit limits.

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepare AR aging reports and highlight overdue accounts.
• Reconcile AR sub‑ledger with general ledger.
• Support month‑end closing by preparing schedules and resolving unallocated receipts.

Audit & Compliance

• Respond to internal/external audit queries and provide supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and industry regulations.

Accounts Payable & Finance Support

• Assist with AP tasks such as invoice matching, vendor updates, and data entry.
• Support general accounting projects and ad‑hoc finance duties.

Job Requirements

• Minimum GCE ‘O’ Levels; Diploma/Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or general accounting.
• Proficiency in ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or similar).
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas).
• Familiarity with payment gateways, POS systems, and e‑commerce platforms.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for client follow‑ups.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nursery, horticulture, retail, or property leasing industries.
• Exposure to both AR and AP workflows in an SME environment.
• Familiarity with audit preparation and compliance documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive contract remuneration.
• Exposure to AR, AP, audit, and e‑commerce finance operations.
• Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team.