116 Accounts Receivable jobs in South Africa

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg
Start Date: 1 July 2025
Work Setup: Full-time, in-office

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team. This person will play a crucial role in managing client invoicing, collections, and contract approvals, while ensuring that our systems and processes run smoothly. The ideal candidate is meticulous, comfortable making client calls, and excited to work in a dynamic, tech-integrated environment.

• Handle all client invoicing and collections
• Approve contracts, particularly for VAT-registered clients
• Maintain accurate records of accounts receivable transactions
• Follow up with clients regarding overdue invoices in a professional manner
• Collaborate with the IT team to identify and resolve system bugs and implement process improvements
• Assist in reconciliations and other finance projects as needed
• Ensure our AR process runs like a well-oiled machine
• Proactively suggest and implement ways to improve efficiency and accuracy in the AR process

• BCom in Accounting (or similar qualification) OR strong, relevant work experience
• Previous experience with Xero (preferred)
• Strong Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Outlook and Word)
• Excellent communication skills, especially over the phone
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfortable working with both finance and technical/IT teams
• Takes ownership of the role and is passionate about continuous improvement

• Be part of a growing and collaborative team.
• Gain exposure to interesting projects in the team
• Enjoy the opportunity to take ownership and shape the role into something impactful.

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Job category: Other: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Location: Cape Town

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Are you a detail-oriented, deadline-driven individual with a passion for numbers? SPAR Western Cape is looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you’ll help maintain the financial health of our business by ensuring timely and accurate reconciliation of member accounts and effective query resolution.

1. Weekly reconciliation of debtor accounts and accurate financial reporting.
2. Preparation and submission of debit order data to banking institutions.
3. Allocating receipts and ensuring accurate reconciliation with bank statements.
4. Proactively resolving queries and claims through direct communication with retailers.
5. Monitoring overdue accounts and initiating follow-ups.
6. Issuing invoices, pro-forma invoices, credit notes, and applying interest where applicable.
7. Managing credit risk by ensuring accounts remain within set credit limits.
8. Escalating high-risk and failed debit order accounts to management for action.
9. Providing ad-hoc support to the Accounts Receivable Manager as needed.

Qualification:
• Matric certificate with Accounting as a subject (essential).
• Credit Management 1–3 qualification (advantageous).

Experience:
• Prior experience working with Gateway and AS400 systems (advantageous).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role within accounts receivable.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work.
• Ability to manage pressure, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently when needed.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment within a respected national brand.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Exposure to a dynamic retail and FMCG environment.
• Access to learning resources and mentorship to enhance your finance career.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• The chance to work with industry-leading systems and tools.

Looking for candidates with a go-getter attitude to join a debtors team in Cape Town!

• Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.
• Collections: Regularly follow up on outstanding payments, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely receipts.
• Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, ensuring financial records are up-to-date.
• Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.
• Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in the allocation of Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.
• Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.
• Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.
• Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

• At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable (Debtors) experience

• Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• Benefits offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Retirement Annuity contributions

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Retail

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• Daily Cash application as per the AR aging report/Receipt Noetix/Unapplied Report/on request
• Completing vendor forms for new & existing customer set up
• Initiating refunds to customers with credit balances on account
• Prepare and maintain an accurate AR aging report with notes on status of payments
• Sending weekly AR aging reports
• Running weekly TOP20 report (Unapplied credits and payments)
• Responding to customer inquiries related to Payments / Vendor forms/ Refunds /other AR tasks on Remedy and close tickets in timely manner
• Reconciling outstanding issues on customer accounts
• Track and ensure completion of critical requests
• Provide accurate feedback to requestors; communicate the root causes, trends, and solutions
• Monitoring and management of tasks & targets to ensure SLAs & KPIs are met/exceeded
• Identify, support & drive process improvement initiatives (to work methods, processes & systems)
• Build & maintain good professional relationship with client and team members
• Other ad-hoc projects/reports and request

• Experience in Financial administration and Accounts Receivable (Billing, collections etc.)
• 3+ years Accounts Receivable experience
• Oracle Financials experience
• Remedy ticketing system experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities (English); ability to communicate independently with client, build strong client relationships
• Ability to investigate & solve queries from customers with internal stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize and manage expectations
• A keen eye for detail
• Process Oriented

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Norman Goodfellows are looking for candidates with a go-getter attitude to join our debtors team at our Cape Town Branch!

Key Responsibilities:

· Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.

· Collections: Regularly follow up on outstanding payments, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely receipts.

· Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, ensuring financial records are up-to-date.

· Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.

· Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in the allocation of Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.

· Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.

· Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.

· Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

Norman Goodfellows are looking for candidates with a go-getter attitude to join our debtors team at our Cape Town Branch!

Key Responsibilities:

· Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.

· Collections: Regularly follow up on outstanding payments, maintaining accurate records and ensuring timely receipts.

· Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, ensuring financial records are up-to-date.

· Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.

· Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in the allocation of Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.

· Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.

· Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.

· Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.

Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.

Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing
• Industries Retail

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Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 07/05/2025

Norman Goodfellows is seeking candidates with a proactive attitude to join our debtors team at our Johannesburg Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.
2. Collections: Follow up regularly on outstanding payments, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely receipts.
3. Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, ensuring financial records are up-to-date.
4. Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.
5. Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in the allocation of Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.
6. Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.
7. Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.
8. Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable (Debtors) experience.

• Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• Benefits offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Provident fund contributions.

Paarden Eiland, South Africa | Posted on 07/05/2025

Norman Goodfellows is seeking candidates with a proactive attitude to join our debtors team at our Cape Town Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.
2. Collections: Follow up regularly on outstanding payments, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely receipts.
3. Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, keeping financial records up-to-date.
4. Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.
5. Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in allocating Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.
6. Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.
7. Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.
8. Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable (Debtors) experience.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• Benefits offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Retirement Annuity contributions.

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 07/05/2025

Norman Goodfellows is seeking candidates with a proactive attitude to join our debtors team at our Johannesburg Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.
2. Collections: Follow up regularly on outstanding payments, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely receipts.
3. Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, ensuring financial records are up-to-date.
4. Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.
5. Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in the allocation of Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.
6. Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.
7. Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.
8. Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable (Debtors) experience.

• Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• Benefits offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Provident fund contributions.

Paarden Eiland, South Africa | Posted on 07/05/2025

Norman Goodfellows is seeking candidates with a proactive attitude to join our debtors team at our Cape Town Branch.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely collections.
2. Collections: Follow up regularly on outstanding payments, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely receipts.
3. Posting & Allocation of Receipts: Enter and allocate receipts accurately in the accounting system, keeping financial records up-to-date.
4. Customer Service: Address and resolve customer complaints related to billing and payments promptly.
5. Supplier JV Allocation: Assist in allocating Supplier Journal Vouchers (JVs) within the financial system.
6. Processing Supplier Rebates: Process supplier rebates and ensure they are accurately reflected in the accounts.
7. Supplier Account Management: Manage the collection of payments from suppliers and maintain accurate records.
8. Credit Committee Support: Prepare and provide necessary documentation for Credit Committee meetings.

At least 2 years of Accounts Receivable (Debtors) experience.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Dynamic Industry: Immerse yourself in the fast-paced world of liquor sales, where your expertise will directly impact our success.
• Growth Opportunities: As a key member of our sales team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills and advance your career.
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• Benefits offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Retirement Annuity contributions.