# Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable (One Year Contract)

> Rentokil Initial · San Juan, Trinidad and Tobago · Contract · Posted 2026-06-29

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Finance

## Description

**Join Rentokil Initial as a Contract Accounting Assistant!**

**Job Title:** Accounting Assistant - Accounts Receivable

**Location:** Aranguez, Trinidad & Tobago

**Reports To:** Finance Manager

**Job Type:** 1-year contract (with potential to renew, based on company’s requirements)

**Job Summary**

The Accounts Receivable Officer is responsible for managing incoming payments, ensuring timely

collection of receivables, and maintaining accurate customer account records. The role plays a key

part in supporting the company’s cash flow while ensuring compliance with local statutory and

financial regulations in Trinidad & Tobago.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Invoicing & Billing**

-   Issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner
-   Ensure all invoices are supported by relevant documentation (contracts, purchase orders, service delivery reports, etc.)
-   Maintain proper documentation for audit and statutory purposes

**Collections & Credit Control**

-   Monitor accounts to identify outstanding balances in keeping with credit terms for all overdue accounts. All high-risk accounts should be escalated for review by Management
-   Follow up on overdue accounts via phone, email, and formal statements
-   Conduct targeted, in-person field visits to customer locations for overdue account reconciliation and collections when required
-   Negotiate payment plans where necessary while maintaining customer relationships

**Cash Receipting & Allocation**

-   Receipt all incoming payments (cash, cheques, bank transfers) and ensure payments are correctly applied to the invoices paid
-   Securely collect and transport physical payments (cash and cheques) from customer sites while adhering to company safety and handling protocols
-   Reconcile payments against invoices and resolve discrepancies
-   Investigate unidentified or short payments

**Reconciliations**

-   Perform regular customer account reconciliations
-   Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to the general ledger
-   Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
-   Prepare accounts receivable aging reports and collection reports to assist with reconciliations

**Credit Management**

-   Assist in assessing new credit requests
-   Monitor customer payment patterns and flag potential risks

**Compliance & Audit**

-   Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures
-   Support internal and external audit processes

**Collaboration**

-   Work closely with sales, operations and technical teams to resolve billing disputes
-   Support continuous improvement of receivables processes

**Position: Accounting Assistant (Six Month Contract)**

**Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract**

**Salary: Competitive Base Salary**

**Reporting To: Accountant**

Rentokil Initial is a global leader in pest control and hygiene services, with a team of over 62,900 colleagues operating across 90 countries. Our mission is to protect people and enhance lives while maintaining a strong focus on innovation, service excellence, and team collaboration.

## Requirements

**What we are looking for:**

**Qualifications**

-   Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
-   Pursuing or completed a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA is an asset
-   Minimum of 2–4 years’ experience in accounts receivable, credit control, or a similar role
-   Experience with accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central, iCabs,Credit Next/ OnGuard, or similar systems)

**Skills & Competencies**

-   Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and credit control
-   Excellent communication and negotiation skills
-   Strong attention to detail and accuracy
-   Good organizational and time management skills
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

**Key Attributes**

-   High level of integrity and confidentiality
-   Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
-   Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
-   Customer-focused with a professional approach

## Apply

[Apply at Rentokil Initial](https://apply.workable.com/rentokil-initial/j/762EDD37D7/apply)

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