Accounts Receivable Test

When looking to fill an accounts receivable specialist position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. An accounts receivable skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is an accounts receivable skills test?

    The accounts receivable test assesses whether an individual is suitable for an accounts receivable specialist role based on their skills and abilities.

    The test comprises questions designed to evaluate individuals on skills such as time management and attention to detail, all essential skills when dealing with financial transactions. Often used in the early stages of the recruitment process, the test is formed of multiple choice and scenario-based questions.

    Those who score highly on the test are likely to perform well in this type of role and be able to deal with financial documentation, payments, and invoicing. Using the test as a prescreening tool provides a cost-effective way to ensure you hire the most suitable candidates for the accounts receivable positions you have to fill.

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  1. What is an accounts receivable skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the accounts receivable skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures accounts receivable skills
  4. Accounts Receivable Test FAQs

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  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the accounts receivable skills test for pre-screening?

    Accounts receivable specialists are an essential part of an organization's finance department. Their role requires individuals to ensure that all clients are invoiced correctly, monies are paid promptly, and invoices are reconciled correctly.

    To be competent in the position, individuals must have strong error-checking skills, the ability to manage time and demonstrate numerical and logical reasoning and accountability. These skills are challenging to assess, and when faced with a large volume of applicants for a position, it can be challenging to differentiate between individuals with seemingly similar skill sets.

    The accounts receivable test overcomes these challenges by enabling recruiters to evaluate individuals on these criteria. The results identify the candidates in an applicant pool with the essential skills needed to be a successful accounts receivable specialist - these candidates will score highly on the test and can be progressed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

    Candidates with scores below the required score benchmark can be eliminated from the process. Using the comparative data obtained from the test ensures that the recruitment process is objective and that recruitment decisions are based on an individual's skill set alone. As the test is easy to administer, it is a cost-effective way to prescreen large numbers of candidates.

    The skills needed to be an accounts receivable specialist are shared by many other roles, meaning that the test is a helpful addition when recruiting for a variety of roles, such as

    • Payroll clerk
    • Accounts assistant
    • Office manager
    • Billing specialist

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How our test measures accounts receivable skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude, and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills, and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to become an accounts receivable specialist were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our accounts receivable test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

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Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

Accounts Receivable Test FAQs

What skills are needed to work in accounts receivable?

There are several skills needed to work in accounts receivable. These include attention to detail, logical reasoning, numerical skills, accountability, and the ability to communicate effectively with others.

Is this test timed?

The accounts receivable is a timed assessment comprised of a series of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions. The questions are designed to evaluate individuals on the skills needed to be effective when working in accounts receivable such as accountability, numerical reasoning, and an individual's communication and teamwork skills.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

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