Key Responsibilities
The duties of an accounts assistant can vary depending on the size of the company, but generally include:
- Accounts Payable (AP): Processing incoming supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders, and scheduling payments.
- Accounts Receivable (AR): Issuing invoices to clients, recording incoming payments, and performing "credit control" (following up on overdue payments).
- Data Entry: Maintaining the general ledger by accurately inputting daily financial transactions into accounting software.
- Bank Reconciliation: Comparing company records against bank statements to identify and resolve any discrepancies.
- Payroll Support: Assisting with the processing of employee wages, calculating overtime, and managing expense claims.
- Financial Reporting: Helping prepare monthly or quarterly reports, such as Profit & Loss statements or Balance Sheets.
- Administrative Tasks: Filing financial documents, handling mail, and answering phone queries from vendors or customers.
- BILLING In many organizations, especially in service-based or retail industries, the Accounts Assistant role heavily overlaps with Billing. Adding billing responsibilities shifts the focus toward revenue generation and accuracy in client-facing transactions.
Here is an expanded look at the Billing-specific duties often added to this job description:
### Core Billing Responsibilities
When "Billing" is a primary focus, the Accounts Assistant acts as the bridge between the sales/operations team and the client.
- Invoice Generation: Creating and issuing accurate invoices based on contracts, timesheets, or sales orders.
- Billing Queries: Serving as the first point of contact for clients who have questions or disputes regarding their charges.
- Revenue Recognition: Ensuring that revenue is recorded in the correct accounting period according to company policy.
- Contract Management: Reviewing client contracts to ensure billing milestones or annual price increases are applied correctly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹12,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Faridabad, Haryana