61 Accounts Receivable jobs in South Africa

Responsible for achieving collection targets, allocation of debtors collections, sending customer invoices and resolve Customer queries on time.

Key Performance Areas :

• Achieve Collections within Debtors Days 40%
• Allocate Debtors Deposits 15%
• Sending invoices and statements to customers 20%
• Maintain Customer Relationships 15%
• Teamwork 10%

Competency Requirements for Position

Knowledge :

• Knowledge of debtors follow up function
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles (debits and credits)

Skills :

• Computer skills, including advanced Excel skills and basic proficiency in SAP
• Communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• Strong reconciliation skills

Behavioral :

• Team Player
• Numerical reasoning
• Accurate
• Problem Solving
• Matric and 3 year credit management qualification, or equivalent

Minimum Experience :

• 3-5 years experience in credit management environment

Job Grade :

Key Stakeholder Relationships

Internal

• Sales staff and management

External

• Customers, Auditors

Key Performance Areas & Indicators

Achieve Collections within Debtors Days

• Follow up, telephonically and via email, on all outstanding amounts on a daily basis - Achieve monthly collection targets
• Capture the details of all follow-up calls and commitments to pay from Customers in required format - Personal contact with Customers - All details captured e.g. date, PTP amounts, balances)
• Arrange monthly debtors meeting with sales and finance teams - Minutes kept of agreed action steps
• Send out monthly age analysis to Sales managers - Accurate, relevant
• Advise Financial Manager of all invoices not paid within 90 days, and work with sales and finance on collection - Accurate, relevant - To be escalated by 25th of every month
• Obtain authorisation to issue suspension notice on accounts in arrears and notify Customer, NOC and Sales managers - Arrear accounts suspended
• Work closely with Contract Managers on Customer accounts in arrears - Accurate feedback on a weekly basis

Allocate Debtors Deposits

• Review daily bank statement and allocate payments - Accurate capturing and allocate daily
• Request required documents from Customers e.g. remittance advice All documents obtained
• Allocated payments based on remittance - Accurate capturing and allocation
• Check debtors discounts and rebates against Customer file - Verification of all information
• All adjustments or journals to be authorised by Financial Manager - Authorisation obtained

Send invoices and statements to customers

• Send out adhoc invoices and credit notes as soon as they are ready - Accurate information, within deadlines
• All monthly re occurring invoices to be send on the 15th of every month - Accurate information, within deadlines
• Obtain confirmation from Customers of receipt of invoices - Proof of Customers confirmation available
• Verify all required reports are sent along with the invoices - Accurate information, within deadlines

Maintain Customer Relationships

• Send new Customer confirmation to Sales department - Before first transaction is processed
• Complete updated, accurate fields in Contract file - Accurate information
• Send documents to Customers when requested i.e. credit notes, invoices and statements - Feedback from Customers
• Obtain written consent from Customer for any changes or updates - Customer feedback
• Resolve all Customer queries in a friendly manner and as timeously as possible - Feedback from Customers
• Maintain an accurate, up to date history of all queries - Available, whenever requested
• Send Suspension letter for overdue accounts, once all other follow up actions have been exhausted - Suspension letters to be approved by the Financial Manager

Teamwork

• Work with colleagues to achieve overall team goals - Demonstrate willingness to assist others
• Highlight problems and work with team to find solutions - Suggest solutions instead of problems
• Take personal ownership of problems - Go the extra mile for the Customer

The Accounts Receivable Specialist plays a crucial role in managing the financial health of an organization by performing collection activities and reconciling AR statements.

The primary purpose of this role is to ensure that the company receives timely payments from customers for goods or services rendered, maintaining accurate records of transactions, and fostering positive relationships with clients.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Proven experience in accounts receivable, billing, or related financial roles
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.
• Capability of travelling outside of Country when needed
• Understanding operational matters in order to support but also suggest better ways of working
• Readiness to go extra mile to avoid mistakes and produce new opportunities
• Ability to adjust to diverse ideas, impressions, schemes, and tactics from individuals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Statement of Accounts: Generate and send accurate and timely statements of accounts or required reports to customers. Monitor and follow up on outstanding balances and past due accounts, with e-mails and calls.
• Account Reconciliation: Reconcile accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Customer Communication: Act as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries and discrepancies related to accounts receivable. Respond promptly and professionally to resolve issues and maintain positive customer relationships. Proactively address internally all disputes and queries.
• Collections: Implement collection strategies to minimize outstanding receivables and reduce delinquency. Contact customers to secure payment on overdue accounts, escalating issues as necessary. Working with Collection calls, Credit control and undertake A/R open item coding in terms of coding standard.
• Reporting: Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status, including aging analysis, cash flow projections, and collection effectiveness metrics. Provide insights and recommendations to management based on analysis of receivables data. Generating reports and statements for internal use
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains in the accounts receivable function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes and streamline workflows.
• Credit Reviews: conduct credit checks on all customers, monitor credit limits and process credit applications in accordance with the company’s policy and procedures.
• Credit Controlled document release: access and obtain necessary approval for credit-controlled document releases.
• Credit note approval: obtain necessary approval for acceptance of credit notes.
• Monitor and report on deviations from credit standards. Compliance: Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting principles, and regulatory requirements related to accounts receivable processes

Norman Goodfellows is seeking motivated candidates to join our debtors team at the Johannesburg Branch!

Key Responsibilities:

1. Full Debtors Function: Manage the entire debtors process, ensuring accurate recordkeeping 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 to keep 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 within the financial system.
6. Processing Supplier Rebates: Process rebates and ensure accurate reflection in accounts.
7. Supplier Account Management: Manage collection of payments from suppliers and maintain records.
8. Credit Committee Support: Prepare documents for Credit Committee meetings.

Requirements:

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

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Dynamic Industry: Be part of the fast-paced liquor sales industry, impacting our success.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills and advance your career as a key team member.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate with a team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Competitive Compensation: Receive a salary that reflects your experience.

Benefits Offered: Life and Disability cover, Incentives, Provident fund contributions.

Key Skills: Vendor Invoices, Customer Service, Collection Calls, A/R Management, Credit Memos, Past Due Accounts, General Ledger Accounting, Excel, Payroll, Account Balances, Credit Card, Financial Statements, Delinquent Accounts, CPA.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Minimum 2 years

Vacancy: 1

Accounts Receivable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling receivables, along with expertise in using QuickBooks. The role involves managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in records, and contributing to the overall financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable:

1. Generate and send customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
2. Post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
3. Reconcile customer accounts, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.
4. Follow up on overdue accounts and coordinate collection efforts with relevant departments.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2. Proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Specialist or Bookkeepering.
3. In-depth knowledge of QuickBooks and proficiency in accounting software.
4. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

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COMPANY OVERVIEW: Together We Soar!

Vesta Property Services has been in the industry for more than 25 years and holds over 800 community management contracts while serving the amenity needs of Florida's most prestigious communities! We are proud to employ over 1,000 associates and have been rated as one of Florida’s Top Workplaces.

Our Vesta associates are our most valuable resource. We hire people we trust and give them autonomy to do their best work. We also support professional development with training, coaching and regular feedback. We have a highly collaborative culture supported by our EAGLE PRIDE values!

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The Accounts Receivable Specialist is accountable for all processes and workflow that lead to the timely payments of owner payments. Workflow will include accurate and timely processing, audit, documentation, owners’ communication, and payment management of all owner accounts.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Ready to Fly!

• Posts customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
• Posts revenues by verifying and entering transactions from lock box and local deposits.
• Updates receivables by totaling unpaid invoices.
• Maintains records by microfilming invoices, debits, and credits.
• Verifies validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from sales, trade promotions, customer service departments, and from customers.
• Resolves valid or authorized deductions by entering adjusting entries.
• Resolves invalid or unauthorized deductions by following pending deductions procedures.
• Resolves collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, credit line, coordinating contact with collections department.
• Summarizes receivables by maintaining invoice accounts; coordinating monthly transfer to accounts receivable account; verifying totals; preparing report.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Create collection reports.
  
  

• 2 to 5 years of accounting or finance experience
• Ability to meet deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Community Association Management accounting software experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting, finance or minimum two years of accounting/accounts receivable experience
• Occasional travel may be required
  
  

• This is a largely sedentary role
• This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs
  
  

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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Lexdan Select is assisting a company in the Financial Services Industry with their search for a Accounts Receivable Manager.

Functions:

• Partner with leadership to build out the Finance & Customer Support department, including staffing, systems selection, and SOP development.
• Set up foundational reporting, KPIs, and feedback loops to track billing health and customer satisfaction.
• Architect and manage end-to-end debit order processes, including collections, retries, reversals, and reporting.
• Liaise with debit order service providers and ensure technical and financial alignment.
• Administer insurance policy books with accurate reconciliation of premium payments vs. policy status.
• Track and escalate premium-related issues to ensure policy integrity and compliance.
• Build and train a customer support team capable of managing inbound and outbound retention workflows.
• Implement retention strategies for clients at risk of lapsing, using data-driven engagement and objection handling.
• Ensure strict POPIA compliance in all customer communications and data handling.
• Contribute to onboarding new insurance products/books, ensuring systems and service readiness.

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Finance or related field
• Minimum 3 years in billing, finance operations, customer service, or insurance administration.
• Proficiency in using CRM and ticketing systems (e.g: Salesforce, Zoho, Freshdesk).

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.

Tel:

+27 (0)11 262 6545

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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.

WHY JOIN THE JSE? The JSE recognises that its success and strength depend on the quality of its employees. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and high standards of performance. Our employee wellness programme is designed to encourage work-life balance for employees. We naturally seek to empower staff and encourage diversity and opportunities for all.

We are currently recruiting for a 6-Month-Contract Accounts Receivable Administrator to join our dynamic team, based in Sandton. To provide debtor management and collections support for the business and customers in keeping bad debt to a minimum as well as offer back-office admin for the treasury function.

1. Apply cost effectiveness principles in everyday delivery to contribute to achievement of departmental financial targets.
2. Enhancing the collection process by proactively supporting the collection drive and continually improve the collection process and methodologies.
3. Accurate reporting of activities by adhering to specific deadlines.

1. Ensure that queries are resolved timeously by assisting internal and external clients by supplying them with correct information as soon as possible.
2. Build sustainable relationships with internal/external clients and vendors by daily communication with them and always supplying them with the correct information when they need it.
3. Ensure own understanding and meeting of external clients' needs and uphold the JSE reputation in customer interaction.
4. Maintain sustainable working relationship with JSE's Bankers through ongoing engagement to ensure they deliver on our investments’ administrative needs (Back Office) and objectives.

1. Manage debt collection by meeting and exceeding debtors aging targets and keeping bad debt to a minimum.
2. Follow up on, collect and allocate payments timeously to accounts by proactively initiating debt collections by means of communicating on various levels.
3. Ensure that collections are received within the JSE policy reviewing and maintaining AR aging to ensure compliance to agreed metrics per scorecard.
4. Research and resolve payment discrepancies within a reasonable turnaround time by collaboration between the bank and the client.
5. Follow established procedure for processing receipts within a control-based environment.
6. Maintain account receivable customer files and records to ensure information is available when needed by anyone.
7. Confirm all interest received during the month by verifying entries processed to the bank statements to ensure that the bank has paid in the correct interest due at the end of each month.
8. Process debtors’ adjustments with substantiated evidence on Accpac and ensure all adjustments are signed off by manager before processing and provide proper information on adjustments should any queries arise.
9. Eliminate bad debt write off by organising a recovery system and initiate collection efforts.
10. Resolve Debtors queries on invoicing in liaison and collaboration with the Billing section.
11. Liaise with banking institutions relating to investments to ensure independent treasury confirmations and that the interest rate, the invested amount and the number of days of investment are correct.
12. Prepare accurate bank reconciliations for all call and fixed term deposits within treasury by ensuring that all call and fixed term deposits is accurate and correct.
13. Prepare month end General Ledger reconciliation for the Bad debt provision account ensuring that it is aligned to the Accounting standards for interim and year audit disclosures.

1. Improve personal capability and professional growth in line with JSE objectives by discussing development needs and proposed solutions with management.
2. Be an effective team member encouraging team-work and freely sharing knowledge.
3. Visibly live the JSE values contributing to the achievement of divisional objectives.
4. Manage self in terms of development, delivery and act as a self-starter.

1. Identify, share and implement value adding improvement/innovative ideas and solutions contributing to divisional and JSE results.

1. Grade 12 Diploma in Accounting Principles.
2. B-Degree in Accounting preferred.

1. 5 years working experience in debtor’s management.

1. Application of IFRS and GAAP.
2. MS Office – Excellent Excel, PPT, Word and Outlook.
3. Principles of funds under managements.