Job Description

Job no:

529313

Brand:

Finance, Procurement, Legal, Privacy, Property

Work type:

Full time

Location:

Johannesburg

Categories:

Finance

About the Role:

Accounts Receivable Specialist

In this key position, you will manage our Corporate Debtors portfolio, ensuring seamless financial operations, accurate reconciliations, and prompt query resolution. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing customer satisfaction, maintaining financial integrity, and driving process improvements within the accounts receivable function.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Account Management:

+ Build strong client relationships, providing exceptional service and support.
+ Ensure accurate delivery of invoices, statements, and payment allocations.
+ Investigate and resolve complex payment discrepancies.
+ Oversee credit card accounts and manage client payment references.

Reporting & Reconciliation:

+ Compile and analyze aging accounts and financial reports.
+ Conduct VAT compliance checks and ensure timely reconciliations.
+ Address reinvoicing queries promptly.

Financial Control:

+ Monitor client credit limits and ensure timely collections.
+ Reconcile open bank items within 24 hours and manage withholding tax certificates.
+ Minimize financial risks by addressing customer queries efficiently.

Collaboration & Innovation:

+ Partner with internal teams and clients to resolve issues and implement system improvements.
+ Serve as a subject matter expert during client meetings and onboarding processes.
+ Support audits and maintain compliance with company policies.

Team Contributions:

+ Step in to support colleagues during absences.
+ Lead weekly team meetings and assist with ad hoc duties as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

Education:

+ BCOM Accounting or NQF Level 7 in Financial Studies.

Experience:

+ Minimum of 5 years in accounts receivable or debtor management, preferably with corporate customers.
+ Strong understanding of bookkeeping, accounting principles, and related functions.
+ Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel; higher levels of Excel expertise will be advantageous.
+ Comprehensive knowledge of the accounts payable function, including the interlinking of transactions across different areas (e.g., how issuing credit notes for clients affects supplier and cash sides). A holistic understanding of these processes is critical in this role.
+ Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite for preparing reports and presentations
+ Skilled in reconciling complex statements and resolving discrepancies efficiently.
+ Knowledge of legal frameworks related to overdue accounts is beneficial.

Technical Skills:

+ Proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced) and Microsoft Office Suite.
+ Experience with financial systems like Protas and Dynamics 365 is a plus.

Core Competencies:

+ Exceptional attention to detail and time management.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
+ Excellent communication and customer service orientation.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative and innovative team. Engage in meaningful work that drives financial accuracy and customer satisfaction. Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and organizational success.

Note: This role may require occasional local travel and extended hours during month-end periods.



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Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply today and bring your expertise to our Accounts Receivable team!

Applications close:

12 Jan 2026 South Africa Standard Time