Accounts receivable jobs

Accounts receivable responsibilities

The exact responsibilities depend on the size and structure of the hotel or hotel group. In larger organisations, accounts receivable may be a specialised finance position, while in smaller hotels the responsibilities can be part of a broader accounting role.

Common accounts receivable responsibilities include:

• preparing and sending invoices;

• recording and allocating incoming payments;

• monitoring outstanding balances;

• following up on overdue invoices;

• reconciling accounts and resolving payment discrepancies;

• maintaining accurate customer and financial records;

• answering questions about invoices and payments;

• supporting month-end and year-end closing procedures.

You may also prepare reports on outstanding balances and payment status to give the finance team and management insight into the hotel's accounts receivable position.

Accounts receivable vs. accounts payable

Accounts receivable and accounts payable are both important parts of hotel accounting, but they deal with opposite sides of the financial process. Accounts receivable focuses on money that customers and business partners owe to the hotel. Accounts payable focuses on invoices and payments that the hotel owes to suppliers and other parties.

If you prefer working with supplier invoices and outgoing payments, take a look at the available accounts payable jobs. For broader financial administration positions, you can also explore accounting employee jobs.

What skills do you need for accounts receivable?

Accuracy is essential when working in accounts receivable. You handle financial information every day and need to make sure payments and invoices are recorded correctly. Strong organisational skills are also important, especially when you are responsible for multiple outstanding accounts at the same time.

Employers often look for candidates with:

• strong numerical and analytical skills;

• attention to detail and accuracy;

• experience with accounting or financial administration;

• good knowledge of Excel and financial software;

• strong organisational skills;

• professional communication skills;

• a good command of English and, depending on the hotel, Dutch.

Communication is particularly important when following up on outstanding invoices. You need to be able to discuss payments professionally with corporate clients and other business contacts while maintaining a good working relationship.

Working in accounts receivable at a hotel

Hotel accounting can be more varied than financial administration in many other industries. Hotels generate revenue through rooms, restaurants, bars, meetings, events and other services. An accounts receivable employee therefore works with different types of transactions and regularly communicates with other hotel departments.

You may work closely with colleagues in front office, reservations, sales and events to check charges, confirm billing arrangements or resolve discrepancies. Within larger hotel groups, accounts receivable activities may also be centralised, meaning you could be responsible for the administration of several hotels.

Career opportunities in accounts receivable

An accounts receivable position can be a good starting point for a career in hotel finance. Junior employees can develop practical experience with invoicing, reconciliations, financial systems and reporting while learning how the financial operation of a hotel works.

With more experience, you can take on broader accounting responsibilities or progress towards supervisory, controller or finance management positions. Experience in accounts receivable can therefore provide a strong foundation for further development within hotel accounting.

Find accounts receivable jobs

Are you accurate, comfortable working with numbers and interested in building a career in hotel finance? Explore the latest accounts receivable jobs at hotels and hotel groups throughout the Netherlands.

Whether you are looking for your first finance position or already have experience in accounts receivable, compare the available vacancies and find a role that matches your skills and career ambitions.