Job Summary
Senior Debtors and Cash Book Clerk required for a reputable company based in Stutterheim
Requirements:
- Diploma in accounting/ bookkeeping preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a cash book clerk/ bookkeeping environment.
- Experience in using Sage 300 will be an advantage.
- High level of computer literacy in MS Office, specifically with Word and Excel skills at intermediate level.
- Knowledge of cash book controls, reconciliations, invoicing and payment methods.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with different stakeholders and difficult situations.
- High levels of energy and resilience with ability to work under pressure.
- High level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
- Highly effective verbal and written communication skills with good customer service orientation.
- Self-motivated with high level of analytical ability and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy.
- Excellent planning and organizing skills with ability to prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines.
Job Description:
- Maintain accurate and well-organized records of all Accounts Receivable transactions, correspondence, and payment history
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and relevant legal requirements related to Accounts Receivable
- Record, allocate, and reconcile customer payments against outstanding invoices, including processing adjustments and credits where required
- Monitor and track customer payments, ensuring all receipts are accurately captured in the accounting system
- Create, issue, and distribute customer invoices for goods and services rendered, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance
- Assess and evaluate the creditworthiness of new customers and recommend appropriate credit limits and payment terms
- Regularly review Accounts Receivable aging reports, identify overdue accounts, and take appropriate collection actions
- Prepare and submit regular Debtors Aging and collections reports to management
- Identify and report potentially uncollectible accounts and process bad debt write-offs in line with company procedures
- Prepare and submit ad-hoc short-term cash flow forecasts as required
- Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Customer Service, etc.) to resolve billing discrepancies and payment queries
- Respond promptly and professionally to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account balances
- Maintain and update customer account records, including contact details, credit limits, and payment terms
- Monitor and manage multiple bank accounts to ensure adequate funding and accurate cash flow tracking
- Receive, analyse, and process payments for various municipal accounts
- Manage and process all foreign currency (Forex) receipts and payments
- Purchase and distribute airtime to staff as required
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.