AR Analyst

Pickyourtrail

Job Description – Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst

Department: Finance – Accounts Receivable

Role: AR Analyst

Location: Madurai

Role Overview

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable (AR) Analyst to join our Finance team. The role will be responsible for supporting day-to-day AR operations, ensuring accurate accounting of customer receipts and refunds, performing reconciliations, and identifying/recovering amounts due from suppliers.

The ideal candidate should have strong accounting fundamentals, good analytical skills, and attention to detail.

Roles & Responsibilities

Customer Refund Validation

Validate customer refund requests against payments received, cancellations, and other relevant records.

Ensure refund amounts are accurate and supported by appropriate documentation before processing.

Identify discrepancies and coordinate with relevant teams for resolution.

Bank Reconciliation (BRS)

Perform regular bank reconciliations and match bank transactions with accounting records.

Identify unmatched or incorrect transactions and ensure timely closure.

Maintain accurate reconciliation records and supporting documentation.

Supplier Recoveries

Track amounts recoverable from suppliers arising from cancellations, refunds, overpayments, or other adjustments.

Follow up with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely recovery.

Maintain visibility on outstanding supplier recoveries and ageing.

Payment Mapping

Map customer payments and collections to the appropriate customer/travel booking or invoice.

Investigate unidentified and unmapped receipts and ensure timely resolution.

Ensure receipts are accurately recorded in the accounting system.

Accounts Receivable Reconciliation

Perform periodic reconciliation of customer accounts and AR balances.

Identify differences between operational systems, payment records, and accounting books.

Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in coordination with relevant teams.

Support month-end AR closure and reporting activities.

Qualification

B.com or equivalent degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.

Candidates with 2+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or Finance Operations can apply.

Good understanding of basic accounting principles and reconciliations.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets.

Strong Numerical And Analytical Skills.

Good attention to detail and ability to work with large volumes of transactional data.

Preferred Skills

Good communication and coordination skills.

Understanding of Accounts Receivable and basic accounting entries.

Knowledge of bank and ledger reconciliations.

Familiarity with accounting/ERP software will be an advantage.

Ability to identify discrepancies and independently follow through until closure.

Key Competencies

Attention to Detail | Accounting Fundamentals | Reconciliation Skills | Analytical Thinking | Ownership | Problem Solving | Communication