Job Summary
Our Client in the IT Industry, is seeking to employ an Accounts Receivable Clerk; based in Walmer Port Elizabeth.
Note that this is a temporary position.
Requirements:
- Proven working experience as Accounts Receivable Clerk, with a minimum of 2 years' work experience within an Accounts Receivable department.
- Knowledge of accounting packages – Sage Pastel Partner, Sage Evolution, Sage One.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations.
- Hands-on experience in operating spreadsheets and accounting software.
- High School Diploma / Senior Certificate.
- Courses in Bookkeeping / Accounting.
- Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
- Manual skills for typing, filing, storage, and removal of records.
- Knowledge of data management and financial data analysis.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
- Processing adhoc invoices as well as monthly invoice run.
- Following up and collection of overdue accounts and handover of overdue accounts as required via telephone and email.
- Negotiating payment arrangements with clients where required.
- Verify discrepancies by and resolve clients account queries.
- Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
- Support the Finance Department with general administrative duties as required.
- Any further duties delegated by supervisor.
Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.