Junior Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accountant to manage Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Collections. The ideal candidate will oversee advanced accounting functions, ensure compliance with company policies, and provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team. This position plays a critical role in maintaining the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations

• Retrieve and record cash receipts from banking transactions in billing and accounting systems.
• Post and allocate customer payments to corresponding invoices.
• Investigate unallocated cash receipts by coordinating with customers or internal teams to determine proper allocation.
• Reconcile discrepancies between the billing and accounting systems.
• Review and approve vendor invoices and payment schedules prepared by the accounting team.
• Oversee the reconciliation of vendor statements and address high-level discrepancies.
• Provide expert guidance in resolving accounting discrepancies and addressing client inquiries.
• Review and approve various reconciliations, including postage and revenue reports.
• Supervise the accounting team, ensuring task completion, scheduling, and escalation management.
• Verify the accuracy of reports and approve month-end closures.
• Participate in process audits by identifying improvement opportunities and maintaining comprehensive documentation.
• Train team members on processes, standards, and best practices.
• Monitor and report on SLA performance, identifying root causes for missed targets and implementing preventive measures.
• Address complex financial and operational challenges with innovative solutions.

Collections

Required Skills and Qualifications