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    PE-Accounts Receivable

    Cognizant · Chennai · onsite · Posted 65d ago

    Not disclosedFresherfulltimeSourced fromFoundit

    About a minute. You'll make an account on the way through.

    About this role

    Job Summary

    This hybrid night shift role focuses on executing end to end accounts receivable activities to support accurate timely customer invoicing payment application and cash flow optimization for a global organization. The position offers early career professionals exposure to finance and accounting operations while contributing to high quality financial reporting and enhanced stakeholder confidence.

    Responsibilities

    • Manage daily accounts receivable activities including invoice preparation billing validation and basic reconciliation to ensure accurate and timely posting of customer transactions in the finance systems.
    • Process customer payments by applying cash to open invoices identifying short payments or overpayments and escalating discrepancies to senior team members for prompt resolution.
    • Maintain organized and up to date accounts receivable records by updating customer ledgers documenting transaction details and supporting internal controls for audit readiness.
    • Coordinate with internal stakeholders such as sales operations and customer service teams to clarify billing details address invoice queries and support smooth revenue recognition.
    • Monitor aging reports by tracking overdue invoices identifying collection priorities and supporting follow up activities that improve cash flow and reduce days sales outstanding.
    • Support preparation of basic analytics and status reports on accounts receivable performance to help management understand collection trends and make data informed decisions.
    • Assist in month end closing activities by performing routine reconciliations validating transaction completeness and preparing simple schedules that feed into financial reporting.
    • Adhere to standard operating procedures and compliance guidelines for finance and accounting processes to support strong governance and minimize operational and compliance risks.
    • Collaborate in a hybrid work environment by effectively using collaboration tools maintaining clear documentation and ensuring consistent communication across on site and remote interactions.
    • Operate efficiently in a night shift schedule to align with global stakeholders ensuring timely response to queries and continuity of critical finance operations across time zones.
    • Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying recurring issues in accounts receivable processes and suggesting practical enhancements that increase accuracy and efficiency.
    • Support cross functional exposure to procure to pay and accounts payable activities when required helping to build broader understanding of end to end finance operations and their impact on business performance.
    • Uphold a high standard of professionalism and customer focus in all interactions ensuring that financial information is reliable and that relationships with external and internal stakeholders are strengthened.

    Qualifications

    • Demonstrate foundational knowledge of accounts receivable processes such as invoicing collections and cash application with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Apply basic understanding of finance and accounting principles to interpret transaction flows support reconciliations and contribute to reliable financial records.
    • Utilize any exposure to procure to pay and accounts payable to understand how upstream and downstream activities influence overall working capital and process effectiveness.
    • Show capability to work in a structured hybrid and night shift environment by managing time effectively and maintaining productivity across remote and office settings.
    • Exhibit strong communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with finance teams and stakeholders while maintaining clear and concise documentation of activities.
    • Demonstrate willingness to learn new finance tools and enterprise resource planning systems that are commonly used in global organizations for managing accounts receivable.

    Certifications Required

    Preferred certification in finance or accounting such as Certified Accounts Receivable Specialist or equivalent entry level finance credential.

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    Skills

    Accounting PrinciplesCash ApplicationProcure To PayCollectionsenterprise resource planning systemsAccounts ReceivableInvoicing

    About Cognizant

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    Cognizant

    IT Services & Consulting

    241.5k+

    employees

    1994

    32 years old

    Teaneck. New Jersey.

    United States (USA)

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