Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION Accountant xe2x80x93 Accounts Receivable Specialist Regenesys is looking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Accountant specialising Accounts Receivable Management, Reporting to a Financial Manager, who will assist Regenesys Business School with General Ledger and Subsidiary Ledger accounting functions within the Group of Companies. The successful incumbentxe2x80x99s responsibilities will be as follows, but not limited to:
Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Policy and Procedures
  • Design, implement and maintain AR policies
  • Document, improve and maintain AR internal controls and procedures
  • Ensure the RMS and Accounting Systems are aligned with the policies and procedures
• AR System Management and Housekeeping
  • Implement best practices and optimisation
• AR Age Analysis
  • Owner of the AR Age Analysis xe2x80x93 complete, accurate and reliable
  • Individual debtor accounts are reconciled
  • Reconciles to the GL
• Standard Reporting and Statement Runs
  • Supplier of on-time complete, accurate and reliable management and customer information
• Query resolution
  • AR team, Collections team, CRM Team and customer interface
  • Works closely with Collection Team Leader or Manager
  • Authorisation of credit notes and adjustments
• Default Management
  • Punctual response and escalation of defaulting debtors to avoid and reduce bad debts.

• Cash Flow

• Analysing daily cash flow and forecast variance analysis
• Preparing rolling cash inflow projections
• Consulting with internal stakeholders on forecasted or missed revenue streams

• Accounting and Management Accounts

• GL transactional accounting and reconciliations
• GL and TB variance analysis

• Systems and IT Integration
  • Assisting with front end enhancements, set-ups and housekeeping
  • On-going integration initiatives with Financial and other systems
  • Prioritise automation and paperless environment
  • Self-development and training

• Year End Audit

• Collaborating with Finance Management Team and Auditors
• Producing year end reports and schedules

• Teamwork
  • Leading an effective and motivated team
  • Provide developmental and training opportunities
  • Encourage and motivate performance

Credentials and Experience

• Post matric degree in Accounting xe2x80x93 a B.Comm Accounting will be an advantage
• Microsoft 365 competency with intermediate proficiency in Excel
• Advanced proficiency in ERP accounting systems xe2x80x93 Sage Evolution will be an advantage
• Minimum 5 years proven work experience as an Accountant specialising in AR Management
• Experience working within an academic institution will be an advantage
• At least 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience leading a team
• Own car and driving licence

Skills and Personal Qualities

• Ability to work under pressure with consistent attention to detail and accuracy
• Punctual, reliable and trustworthy
• Must have excellent communication skills xe2x80x93 written and verbal; with the ability to moderate challenging situations.
• Trouble shooting, solutions driven and learning on the fly
• A hands-on inspiring and motivating team leader
• Professional comportment
• Embraces diversity

Salary Market-related and commensurate with qualifications and experience