Accounts Receivable Clerk

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance benefits available

Provident fund

Paid annual leave and sick leave

Friendly and supportive office

Career growth within the finance dept

Training on accounting software and PR

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the Queenstown finance team. You will manage customer accounts, process payments, issue invoices, and pursue timely collections with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities include reconciling AR to general ledger, preparing aging reports, and maintaining up-to-date customer records. The role requires strong data entry, Excel skills, and experience with Pastel or Xero in a supportive office environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; accounting certificate/diploma advantageous.
• 1–2 years AR or similar finance experience.
• Proficient in Excel and Pastel/Xero accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming customer payments via multiple methods.
• Apply payments to customer accounts in the system.
• Generate and send invoices on time.
• Monitor overdue balances and follow up.
• Communicate billing inquiries and payment discrepancies.
• Reconcile AR ledger to GL monthly.
• Maintain accurate customer account information.
• Assist in aging reports and AR-related reports.
• Identify and resolve billing errors promptly.
• Support month-end close by recording AR transactions.

Skills

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Accounting certificate/diploma

Tools

Pastel

Xero

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an organized and meticulous Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their finance department in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, ZA . This role is essential for managing customer accounts, processing incoming payments, and ensuring that outstanding invoices are collected efficiently. The Accounts Receivable Clerk will be responsible for maintaining accurate customer records, resolving billing issues, and contributing to the overall financial health of the company. This position requires a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to debt collection. You will be working in a supportive team environment, contributing to the smooth running of daily financial operations. We are seeking an individual who is committed to accuracy and reliability in all aspects of their work, helping to maintain positive customer relationships while ensuring timely revenue collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Process incoming customer payments via various methods (cash, checks, EFT, credit cards).
• Apply payments accurately to customer accounts in the accounting system.
• Generate and send out invoices to customers on a timely basis.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and follow up on overdue payments.
• Communicate with customers regarding billing inquiries, payment discrepancies, and collection efforts.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to the general ledger monthly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account information.
• Assist in preparing aging reports and other AR-related reports for management.
• Identify and resolve billing errors and customer account issues promptly.
• Support the month-end closing process by ensuring all AR transactions are recorded.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate or diploma in accounting is advantageous.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounts receivable or a similar financial role.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, particularly related to receivables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Pastel, Xero).
• Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Good verbal and written communication skills for customer interactions.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.
• A customer-focused approach and professionalism in collections.
• Problem-solving skills to address billing and payment issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in accounts receivable.
• Health insurance benefits available.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Friendly and supportive office environment.
• Potential for career growth within the finance department.
• Training on accounting software and procedures.