Cash Application Assistant

About Contour

Contour Software has grown from a dozen people to over 2,000 staff across 3 cities, in less than 14 years.

As a subsidiary of Constellation Software Inc., we are proud to be part of a global enterprise software conglomerate that has grown to become one of the top 10 software companies in the world, with employees and customers in 100+ countries. With a broad-based and ever-growing portfolio of market-leading, vertical-market enterprise solutions covering more than 100 industry domains in predominantly mature markets, CSI's recipe creates the perfect environment for professionals to build fulfilling, long-term careers.

What started as an R&D & Accounting back-office, has progressed into a full-service Global Centre serving all functions and departments, at the divisional as well as operating group/corporate level. Today Contour employees, located in Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad, are serving CSI divisions located in time zones spanning the globe, from Sydney to Vancouver. With the global growth of Constellation as the wind in our sails, we are only just getting started!

Cash Application Assistant/ Sales Ledger Admin

Reporting to the Credit Control Manager and working as part of the UK Finance team, the Cash Application Assistant will be responsible foraccurately posting and reconciling daily cash receipts to customer accounts. This role ensures that incoming payments are properly applied, discrepancies are resolved promptly, and records are maintainedin compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a multi-faceted role where the post holder will be expected (but is not limited) to:

• Download daily bank statements for each of our Business Units and save in designated shared folders

• Identifycustomer details for each cash receipt and post daily in our accounting system, including multi-currency transactions and reviewing remittance advices to ensure proper allocation

• Save remittance advices for each Business Unit in designated share folders

• Work with the Credit Control and Transactional Teams to research and resolve unidentified cash receipts

• Assistwith month-end close activities, including checking all cash posted and working with Transactional to resolve any identified errorsas well as reviewing GL control accounts

• Prepare integration files for bulk processing of high volumedirect debit or credit card customer payments

• Identifyrefunds sent to customersfrom bank statementand post to the system in accordance withcompany processes

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and accounting procedures

• Support process improvement initiatives within the cash application and accounts receivable functions

• Create good working relationships with key team members

• Assistwith the running of monthly statements and chase letter automation

• Review sales ledgers for clearance of historical balances

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have at least 2 years relevant experience

• Strong commercial acumen and financial analysis skills

• Excellent IT skills including a high levelof proficiencyin Excel

• Good communicationand interpersonal skills

• Experience of Microsoft Great Plains software would be an advantage

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong interpersonal skills in both written and verbal communication at all levels, with a confident and professional telephone manner

• Solution-focused, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks

• Persistent and resilient under pressure, adaptable to changing operational needs

• Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to review own work and take responsibility for correcting any errors

• A good team player, who can work on their own initiative as well as follow guidance and instruction from others

• Self-motivated, resourcefuland keen to learn and share knowledge

• Flexible and hardworking approach

Exciting Benefits we offer:

• Market-leading Salary
• Medical Coverage - Self & Dependents
• Parents Medical Coverage
• Provident Fund
• Employee Performance-based bonuses
• Home Internet Subsidy
• Conveyance Allowance
• Profit Sharing Plan [Tenured Employees Only]
• Life Benefit
• Child Care Facility
• Company Provided Lunch/Dinner
• Professional Development Budget
• Recreational area for in-house games
• Sporadic On-shore training opportunities
• Friendly work environment
• Leave Encashment

Disclaimer: At Contour, we attribute our success to the unique contributions of our diverse staff. We’re committed to fostering a culture of respect that thrives on the varied perspectives and experiences of all individuals we recruit, employ, promote, and compensate. Since day one, we’ve adhered to a policy that champions a work environment honoring the worth and dignity of each person while being free from all forms of employment discrimination.

In our continuous effort to promote inclusivity, we extend our commitment to individuals with special needs by providing reasonable accommodations. We actively encourage qualified individuals with special needs to apply for the various openings within our company. Should you require assistance in completing the application process or have any inquiries regarding special facilities, please do not hesitate to contact our HR team. Your unique talents and abilities are welcomed and valued here.