Job Brief
We are searching for detail-oriented, analytical Accounts Receivable Professional to assist the department as it receives, processes, and collects on services rendered. The Accounts Receivable Professional will work closely with internal departments to ensure that accounts are properly billed and that payments are collected on time. You will also review account information, correct discrepancies, and speak to clients to establish better payment terms.

Responsibilities

• Processing, verifying, and posting receipts for goods sold or services rendered.
• Researching and resolving account discrepancies.
• Processing and recording transactions
• Maintaining records regarding payments and account statuses.
• Obtaining information from other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete and that accounts receivable ledgers and journals are up to date.
• Working with the sales department to review accounts and client payment and credit history to develop new or better repayment terms.
• Performing administrative and clerical tasks, such as data entry, preparing invoices, sending bill reminders, filing paperwork, and contacting clients to discuss their accounts.
• Generate and send out invoices
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• Develop a recovery system and initiate collection efforts
• Communicate with customers via phone, email or personally
• Perform reconciliations

Skills Required

• A first degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Previous experience as an Account Receivable Officer is required.
• Relevant professional certifications are required.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in the use of QuickBooks.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Attention to detail.

Note: Only candidates in Lagos, Nigeria should apply.

Application deadline: Monday, February 22, 2021