Accounts Receivable Specialist: Credit & Collections

Pro Talent; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Talent is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk in Cape Town to generate and send invoices, monitor payments, and maintain accurate receivables records. You will work closely with sales and legal to manage contractual risks and resolve billing issues.

The role requires a minimum of five years AR experience, proficiency in Pastel or Sage X3, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication. This on-site position offers growth within the finance team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years Accounts receivable experience.
• Proficiency in Pastel accounting, Sage X3 or similar software.
• Solid Excel skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with high transaction volumes.
• Attention to detail and deadline-driven.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Generate and send invoices promptly and accurately after a sale.
• Track payments and reconcile accounts.
• Monitor and follow up on overdue invoices.
• Upload customer documents to debtors portals.
• Perform daily credit checks and assess creditworthiness.
• Prepare and send statements and ledgers on request.
• Collaborate with sales and legal to assess contract risks.
• Prepare documentation for legal action when necessary.
• Assist audits and provide regular receivables reports.
• Reconcile customer accounts and update aged trial balance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Dispute resolution

Customer service principles

Education

Relevant Accounting / Bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Pastel accounting

Sage X3

Excel

Job description

Pro Talent is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk in Cape Town to generate and send invoices, monitor payments, and maintain accurate receivables records. You will work closely with sales and legal to manage contractual risks and resolve billing issues.

The role requires a minimum of five years AR experience, proficiency in Pastel or Sage X3, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication. This on-site position offers growth within the finance team.