Accounts Receivable Clerk

Reporting to the Management and Cost Accountant, the incumbent is responsible for securing the company’s revenue by ensuring all deliveries are billed, the timely collection of trade receivables due, and providing administrative support to the Accounts & Finance Department.

LASCO Manufacturing Limited, subsidiary of LASCO Affiliated Companies is the leading producer of Nutritious Powdered Beverages in Jamaica under the LASCO brand and producer of Liquid Refreshing Beverages and Water under the iCool brand. With continuous improvement a key part of our culture, LASCO Manufacturing is able to drive operational efficiencies and adapt to an evolving landscape, maintaining the highest levels of manufacturing excellence and we’re  looking for a skilled and dynamic Accounts Receivables Clerk to join our team.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accurate and timely processing of all customer invoices;
• Accounting and posting of all receipts;
• Timely lodgement of cash and cheques received; 
• Issuing of monthly customer statements;
• Processing of credit notes and debit memos;
• Processing of products used for promotion, donations, returns and exchange;
• Review of shipping log and invoice register for exceptions;
• Accurate maintenance of customer master files;
• Processing of inter-company invoices;
• Reconciliation of intercompany receivable accounts monthly;
• Petty Cash management;
• Control and management of customers’ accounts
• Performance of any other related duties assigned. 

Functional Skills:

• Proficiency in English and in Microsoft Suite of tools;
• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles, billing and collection systems, processes, and best practices;
• Strong degree of accuracy and attention to detail;
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills;
• Problem-solving skills regarding Customer Account Management;
• Capacity to accomplish tasks with minimal supervision;
• Self-motivated and disciplined;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualification Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years' proven Accounts Receivable experience.
• Diploma or Associate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.

Interested applicants are invited to apply by September 6, 2024. Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.