Accounts Receivable

Ithemba Recruitment- Sourcing Top Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk in Johannesburg to assist with ensuring timely payments for goods and services. The successful candidate will handle invoice creation, maintain customer files, and collaborate with the Collections Manager for account reconciliations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for detail-oriented individuals looking to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum proficiency in accounting software programs.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record customer payments for accounts receivable.
• Create and submit invoices to customers as per company practices.
• Maintain accurate customer files and update as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Collections Manager for account reconciliation.
• Assist in generating monthly billing statements from the ledger.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to operate related office equipment

Ability to work independently

Excellent organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting software programs

Job description

The Accounts Receivable Clerk will assist in ensuring that the company receives payment for goods and services offered to clients.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Drafts correspondence for standard past‑due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent account holders to request payment.
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Researches customer discrepancies and past‑due amounts with the assistance of the Collections Manager and other staff.
• Collaborates with the Collections Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software as well as other accounting software programs.
• Ability to operate related office equipment, such as computers, 10‑key calculator, and copier.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and interact professionally with customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.