AccountsReceivable Specialist (4Month Contract)
Employment
Type: Temporary, fulltime (4 months)
Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and detailoriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage receivables and support finance operations on a temporary basis. This role covers AR functions across tenant billing, ecommerce 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 fastpaced 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 ecommerce 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 subledger with general ledger.
- Support monthend 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 adhoc 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 ecommerce platforms.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills for client followups.
- 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 ecommerce finance operations.
- Opportunity to contribute to a dynamic finance team.
