Hybrid Accounts Receivable Clerk | Growth & Benefits

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Provident fund contribution

Medical aid options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the finance team in a hybrid role. You will ensure timely payments, accuracy of customer accounts, and support cash flow management. Prioritise organized record-keeping and clear communication with customers and internal teams.

The role requires at least two years in AR, proficiency with Sage/QuickBooks/Excel, and the ability to work both in-office and remotely to balance tasks across locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bookkeeping or accounting certificate is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years in accounts receivable or related finance role.
• Proficiency with Sage, QuickBooks and Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable principles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both in office and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Process customer payments against accounts and allocate correctly.
• Generate and send invoices to customers promptly.
• Monitor overdue balances and follow up on payments.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing related to accounts receivable.
• Maintain organized records of all customer transactions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Education

High school diploma

Accounting certificate (plus)

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join the finance team in a hybrid role. You will ensure timely payments, accuracy of customer accounts, and support cash flow management. Prioritise organized record-keeping and clear communication with customers and internal teams.

The role requires at least two years in AR, proficiency with Sage/QuickBooks/Excel, and the ability to work both in-office and remotely to balance tasks across locations.