Receivables Officer

We are hiring a Receivables Officer for our client in Kingston.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
General Ledger Accounting

• Ensures the timely preparation of adjusting entries for posting in the General Ledger
• Reconcile Accounts Receivables transactions

Accounts Receivables

• Posts customer payments by recording cash, cheques, and credit card transactions. Maintain up-to-date billing system.
• Updates receivables by totalling unpaid invoices.
• Follow up, collection and allocation of payments.
• Reconciles the Accounts Receivable sub-ledger to General ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Maintains Accounts Receivable files
• Prepares and sends out Invoices and Statements for clients
• Prepares letters for clients as requested by Supervisor
• Resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line, coordinating contact with Collections Department.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Organizes a recovery system and initiates collection efforts.
• Communicating with customers via phone, email, mail or personally.
• Investigates and resolves customers’ queries.
• Provides monthly financial and management reports.
• Assists in the preparation of schedules for auditing purposes
• Performs other related duties assigned from time to time

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• BSc Degree in Accounting or Management Studies with Accounting Major or any equivalent relevant qualification from a recognized tertiary institution
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of accounts receivable and general accounting procedures
• Experience using SAGE (a definite advantage)