Accounts Receivable Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng is seeking a diligent Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage client accounts, invoice processing, and collections to maintain healthy cash flow.

You will monitor aging, resolve discrepancies, and work in a hybrid environment within a busy Gauteng finance team. Strong Excel and accounting software skills are essential, with a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Specialist or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and collection techniques.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send out invoices to clients accurately and on time.
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
• Contact clients via email or phone to request payment and collect outstanding balances.
• Investigate and resolve client billing issues and discrepancies.
• Apply payments to client accounts and maintain the accounts receivable ledger.
• Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection status.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Excel

Accounting software

Communication skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and customer-focused Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage client accounts and ensure timely collection of payments for their Benoni operations. This role is critical in maintaining healthy cash flow and strong client relationships. You will be responsible for invoicing, collections, and resolving account discrepancies. This is a great opportunity for a proactive individual seeking to contribute to the financial success of the organization, offering a hybrid work model and working within the bustling Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and send out invoices to clients accurately and on time.
• Monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments, and other irregularities.
• Contact clients via email or phone to request payment and collect outstanding balances.
• Investigate and resolve client billing issues and discrepancies.
• Apply payments to client accounts and maintain the accounts receivable ledger.
• Prepare aging reports and provide updates on collection status.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Specialist or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and collection techniques.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility.
• Access to medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture in Benoni .
• Opportunities for career development within the finance department.