Junior Accountant – Receivables

MNA Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Junior Accountant - Receivables to enhance their finance team. This role is crucial in ensuring the company receives timely payments for goods supplied. The ideal candidate will manage customer accounts, prepare invoices, and assist in collections, all while collaborating closely with the Finance Manager. If you have a passion for finance and a proven track record in accounts receivable, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the financial success of a leading global pharmaceutical company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in accounts receivable or similar role.
• Proven track record of successful collections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and record customer payments and transactions.
• Create invoices and maintain customer files.
• Collaborate with Finance Manager for account reconciliations.

Skills

SAP

MS Office

Excel

Collections

Education

Accounting Diploma or Degree

Job description

A Global Pharmaceutical Company is seeking a Junior Accountant - Receivables to join their finance team.

Job Summary :

The Accounts Receivable Junior Accountant is responsible for ensuring the Company receives payment for goods supplied.

Key Responsibilities :

• Prepares, posts, verifies, and records customer payments and transactions related to accounts receivable.
• Creates invoices according to company practices; submits invoices to customers.
• Maintains and updates customer files, including name or address changes, mergers, or mailing attentions.
• Drafts correspondence for standard past-due accounts and collections, identifies delinquent accounts by reviewing files, and contacts delinquent account holders to request payment.
• Creates reports regarding the current status of customer accounts as requested.
• Researches customer discrepancies and past-due amounts with the assistance of the Finance Manager and other staff.
• Collaborates with the Finance Manager to reconcile accounts receivable on a periodic (at least bimonthly) basis.
• Assists in generating monthly billing statements based on the general ledger.
• Assists Accounting Manager in reconciling revenue accounts each month.
• Copies, files, and retrieves materials for accounts receivable as needed.
• Relays changes of information to appropriate employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements :

• Accounting Diploma or Degree
• At least 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Proven track record of collections
• Excellent skills in SAP & MS Office, especially Excel

Candidates that meet the criteria may submit their applications via this portal or via vacancy link on www.mnarecruitment.com

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