Accounts Receivable Reconciliation Specialist

Shoprite Group of Companies; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoprite Group of Companies is hiring a Debtors Recon Clerk to process debtor recon transactions, reconcile accounts, and maintain records with routine administrative support for the finance function. You will handle ageing analysis, follow up on overdue balances, and resolve debtor queries within established timelines.

The role requires Matric and finance-related certification is preferred, with 1–2 years of debtors or clerical experience. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is essential.
• Relevant certificate in Finance, Accounting or Bookkeeping is preferred.
• 1-2 years' experience in debtors administration or similar clerical role preferred.
• Basic working knowledge of debtor accounts, reconciliations and journals.

Responsibilities

• Process debtor transactions within required timelines and payment terms.
• Capture journals and supporting information per procedures.
• Check records for completeness and accuracy; report discrepancies.
• File and maintain records for audit and reporting purposes.
• Maintain accurate debtor account records and reconcile balances.
• Allocate payments, journals, credits, and adjustments to accounts.
• Identify differences, correct routine errors, and refer unresolved matters.
• Review ageing reports and identify overdue balances for follow-up.
• Contact debtors regarding outstanding balances per procedures.
• Refer disputed balances to relevant person for action.
• Respond to routine debtor queries; check information to resolve queries.
• Liaise with stakeholders to obtain information and resolve routine debtor matters.
• Prepare and distribute debtor statements, reconciliations and supporting information.
• Assist with debtor reports, ageing analysis and month-end reconciliations.
• Provide records for audit and period-end activities.

Skills

Debtors administration

Finance processing

Customer service

Telephone etiquette

Excel

Office suite

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Finance certificate

Tools

ERP system

Accounting software

Job description

Shoprite Group of Companies is hiring a Debtors Recon Clerk to process debtor recon transactions, reconcile accounts, and maintain records with routine administrative support for the finance function. You will handle ageing analysis, follow up on overdue balances, and resolve debtor queries within established timelines.

The role requires Matric and finance-related certification is preferred, with 1–2 years of debtors or clerical experience. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is essential.