Accounts Receivable Clerk

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Fully remote work arrangement

Medical aid and pension fund benefits

Learning and growth opportunities in F

Supportive virtual team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a remote finance team based in East London. The role focuses on processing payments, invoicing customers, and maintaining cash flow through timely collections.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years AR experience, a solid grasp of basic accounting principles, and strong Excel skills. This position offers a fully remote setup and growth opportunities in finance and accounting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in bookkeeping or accounting is a plus.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related finance role.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, particularly in AR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, suitable for a remote role.

Responsibilities

• Process customer payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Generate and send out invoices to customers based on sales orders and service agreements.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and identify any discrepancies.
• Contact customers to follow up on overdue payments and resolve any billing issues.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to the general ledger.
• Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection status.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Remote communication

Education

High school diploma

Certificate in bookkeeping or accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a reliable and organized Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their finance department, operating fully remotely from East London . This position is responsible for managing customer accounts, processing payments, and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts. You will play a crucial role in maintaining healthy cash flow for the company. This role is ideal for an individual with a keen eye for detail and strong communication skills, capable of working independently and efficiently in a virtual setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Process customer payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Generate and send out invoices to customers based on sales orders and service agreements.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and identify any discrepancies.
• Contact customers to follow up on overdue payments and resolve any billing issues.
• Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to the general ledger.
• Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection status.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in bookkeeping or accounting is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related finance role.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles, particularly in AR.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, suitable for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Medical aid and pension fund benefits.
• Opportunities for learning and growth in finance and accounting.
• A supportive virtual team environment.