This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Accountant, Accounts Receivable based in India.
This is a senior accounting role responsible for managing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable cycle for a global business. You will oversee invoicing, cash application, reconciliations, collections, and AR reporting while ensuring accuracy and timely financial operations. The role involves close collaboration with U.S.-based accounting and finance teams and requires strong communication across time zones. You will contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, audit readiness, compliance, and broader accounting processes. There is also an opportunity to improve AR workflows, tools, and controls to increase efficiency and accuracy. This is a fully remote position suited to a detail-oriented, analytical, and self-driven accounting professional.
Accountabilities:
- Manage the full Accounts Receivable lifecycle, including customer invoicing, cash application, account reconciliations, collections, and related reporting.
- Review and process customer billing accurately in accordance with contracts, established policies, and applicable accounting requirements.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging schedules, follow up on overdue balances, and escalate collection issues when appropriate.
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including AR reconciliations, reporting, and preparation of supporting information.
- Prepare and maintain accurate documentation required for audits, compliance activities, and financial controls.
- Partner closely with U.S.-based accounting and finance teams to coordinate activities, resolve issues, and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Receivable processes, tools, controls, and workflows to strengthen efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist with broader general accounting activities, including general ledger activities, journal entries, and accruals as required.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, organization, and documentation across all assigned accounting activities.
- Contribute to a collaborative cross-border finance environment by communicating clearly and proactively with stakeholders across different time zones.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 4–6 years of professional accounting experience with a strong focus on Accounts Receivable.
- Prior experience supporting U.S.-based companies and familiarity with U.S. GAAP is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of invoicing, collections, cash application, reconciliations, AR aging, and financial reporting.
- Experience working with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or similar platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when collaborating with international teams across time zones.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain consistent performance in a remote environment.
- Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and commitment to accuracy.
- Comfortable working with U.S.-based colleagues during evening or overnight India Standard Time hours.
Benefits:
- Remote position based in India.
- Competitive pay.
- Company-sponsored health insurance.
- Company-provided IT equipment.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Learning and development opportunities.
- Referral award program.
- Healthy and collaborative work culture.
- Opportunity to support a global finance organization and work with teams across the U.S., Canada, UK, and India.
- Exposure to U.S. GAAP and international accounting practices.
- Opportunity to strengthen expertise across Accounts Receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, and general accounting.
- Core working hours of 6:00 PM–3:00 AM IST or 5:00 PM–2:00 AM IST, Monday through Friday.
- Fully remote setup with international collaboration and global business exposure.
How Jobgether works:
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