Accounts Receivable Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site position

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous annual leave

Career impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Bloemfontein to manage incoming payments and ensure outstanding balances are collected efficiently. This on-site role emphasizes cash flow management and strong client relationships within the Free State business community.

You will generate invoices, monitor balances, post cash, and follow up on delinquencies while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; an associate degree or certificate in accounting is preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounts receivable or related collections.
• Familiarity with accounting software and CRM systems.
• Strong knowledge of AR procedures and best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send invoices to customers on time.
• Monitor accounts for outstanding balances and payments.
• Post daily cash and reconcile AR ledger with the general ledger.
• Follow up on overdue accounts via calls, emails and letters.
• Resolve billing discrepancies with customers.
• Prepare aging reports and analyze AR trends.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Organization

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or accounting certificate

Tools

Accounting software

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage their incoming payments and ensure outstanding balances are collected efficiently. This role is based in Bloemfontein and requires a proactive individual with a keen eye for detail. You will play a vital role in maintaining the company's cash flow and client relationships. This on-site position offers a stable and supportive work environment within the Free State's business community.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and send invoices to customers accurately and on time.
• Monitor customer accounts for outstanding balances and payments.
• Perform daily cash posting and reconcile accounts receivable subsidiary ledger with the general ledger.
• Follow up on overdue accounts through calls, emails, and letters.
• Resolve billing discrepancies and disputes with customers.
• Prepare aging reports and provide analysis on accounts receivable trends.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; an associate's degree or certificate in accounting is preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in accounts receivable or a related collections role.
• Familiarity with accounting software and CRM systems.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable procedures and best practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• On-site position fostering team collaboration.
• Health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunity to be a key player in the company's financial health.