Accounts Receivable Clerk (Maternity Cover- 4 Months Fixed Term)

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk for a maternity cover of 4 months. You will support the finance team by managing billing and collection processes, ensuring compliance with policies, and collaborating with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong financial analysis skills, attention to detail, and a degree in Accounting or Finance. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering remarkable hospitality experiences in Durban, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze complex financial information and create reports.
• Strong problem-solving skills for effective collaboration.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accounts Receivable / OTC department operations.
• Ensure compliance with billing and collection policies.
• Collaborate with hotel finance team members.
• Participate in Finance development programs.

Skills

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Initiative

Detail-oriented

Strong communication

Proficient in MS Excel

Education

University degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Receivable Clerk (Maternity Cover- 4 Months Fixed Term)

Job Number

HOT0C6ME

Work Locations

Hilton Durban 12-14 Walnut Road Durban 4001

The role aims to be recognized as a trusted finance team member. This role supports the finance lead in all training and development activities to develop best‑in‑class finance professionals and assists in developing their finance team. This role supports a robust control and compliance environment and contributes to implementing EMEA Operations Finance innovations and projects.

What will I be doing?

The Accounts Receivable Clerk is contributing and supporting the Accounts Receivable / OTC (Order to Cash department) for the efficient operation of Billing and Collection and all activities related to credit control, billing and collection. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assists the Finance Manager in any other way deemed necessary for the efficient overall operation of the Accounts Receivable / OTC (Order to Cash department).
• Ensure a smooth operation of billing and collection in full compliance with the policy, regulatory and contractual framework.
• Business partner with all hotel finance team members and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including Commercial and Operations.
• Participate in all relevant Finance development programs. In case of a joint job role any responsibility relevant joint job descriptions will apply in accordance with Hilton’s job segregation policies.

What are we looking for?

• Ability to analyze large volume of complex financial information from many sources and create reports, forecasts, and projections
• Strong problem solving skills, including ability to effectively address any issue in collaboration with others as appropriate
• Ability to proactively identify and prevent potential problems
• Ability to help develop problem solving skills among direct reports and other team members as appropriate
• Ability to take initiative to identify, prioritize and implement all elements required for team to fulfill responsibilities
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to develop presentations and effectively present to all levels of company, hotels & owners.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills (all levels of management and external customers)
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook with the ability to quickly learn new programs when required

Additional Preferences

• University degree in Accounting or Finance

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!