Accounts Assistant (Accounts Receivable)

Job Scope:

Accounts Receivable (AR) Management:

Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes, and statements.

Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer payments.

Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Process and record incoming payments (cheques, bank transfers, etc.).

Maintain accurate AR records and aging reports.

Collections & Customer Communication:

Contact customers for payment reminders via phone/email.

Handle customer queries related to billing and payments.

Coordinate with sales and operations teams to resolve payment delays.

Bank & Account Reconciliation:

Match payments received with invoices and update the system.

Assist in monthly bank reconciliation for AR-related transactions.

Reporting & Documentation:

Prepare weekly/monthly AR reports (aging analysis, collection status).

Assist in month-end closing and audit support.

Maintain proper filing of AR documents.

General Accounting Support:

Assist in other accounting tasks (AP, GL, petty cash) if required.

Support the finance team in ad-hoc duties.

Requirements:

SPM/Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

1-2 years of experience in AR/accounting (fresh graduates with internship experience may be considered).

Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and accounting software (e.g., SQL, AutoCount, QuickBooks).

Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

Basic understanding of Malaysian accounting standards.