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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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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.

• Collections & Account Management:
  • Proactively manage and collect on overdue accounts
  • Daily collections via calls, emails, and ticketing platforms (e.g. Jira)
  • Follow up on payment promises and ensure that all payment methods are adhered to
  • Escalate and resolve account-related queries with urgency
  • Action returned debit orders and arrange alternative payment solutions
  • Maintain accurate master data in Sage
• Reporting & Administration:
  • Maintain and update debtor trackers monthly
  • Send suspension/termination recommendations to schools
  • Prepare refund requests and bad debt recommendations
  • Approve handover files through SharePoint
• Stakeholder Relationship Management:
  • Build and maintain relationships with Brand Finance, Principals, and account payers
  • Handle complaints and queries with professionalism and empathy
  • Host regular meetings with schools to review account statuses
  • Ensure that all collections processes align with internal SOPs
• Legal & Compliance:
  • Identify and escalate accounts for pre-legal handover when required
  • Ensure compliance with pre-legal requirements and documentation standards

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Relevant qualification in Credit Management or Finance
• 1-3 years of experience in accounts receivable or debt collection
• Proficiency in accounting software (Sage preferred) and Excel

• 3-5 Years experience in a similar role.
• Accounts / Creditors diploma or degree.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Strong reconciliations skills

• Manage collections on all overdue accounts through calls, emails, and system updates.
• Achieve monthly collection targets and proactively reduce portfolio risk.
• Investigate and resolve account-related queries, ensuring timely and accurate corrections.
• Update and maintain accurate Master Data in Sage.
• Action debit order rejections immediately by contacting account payers and arranging payments.
• Prepare and distribute monthly debtor trackers, suspension/termination lists, and requested refunds.
• Recommend bad debts and approve handovers via SharePoint.
• Build strong relationships with schools, principals, account payers, and internal teams through effective communication.
• Participate in monthly meetings with allocated schools and ensure all queries are resolved in line with SOPs.
• Escalate and hand over potential bad debt accounts for pre-legal action.
• Provide ad hoc administrative support as required.

• Grade 12 with a Credit Management/Finance qualification.
• 13 years experience as an Accounts Receivable Controller.
• Knowledge of accounting software (Sage advantageous) and proficiency in Excel.

About the Role

Our client in the FMCG industry looking for a skilled Accounts Receivable Accountant to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have strong SAP knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and proven experience managing customer accounts and collections.

Key Responsibilities

• Open and maintain customer accounts.
• Monitor credit limits and insurance cover.
• Prepare and distribute monthly customer statements.
• Review ageing reports and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Accurately allocate payments and claims.
• Manage customer claims through the E-Claims portal.
• Support collections for export orders.
• Recognise sales and generate reports in SAP.
• Assist with month-end close and reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date trading terms and discounts in SAP.
• Provide ad hoc support to the finance team when required.

Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in accounts receivable, debtors, or credit control.
• Strong SAP experience (essential).
• Solid Excel skills (essential).
• Finance or Accounting qualification preferred.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

SALARY IS MARKET RELATED AND COMMENSURATE BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: R30 000,00 - R40 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rivonia, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your current monthly CTC?
• What is your notice period/availability?

Experience:

• accounts receivable, credit control, or debtors' management: 3 years (Required)
• SAP: 3 years (Required)
• Advanced MS Excel: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BCom/Finance degree or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Dis-Chem Pharmacies has a position available for an Accounts Receivable Supervisor our Head Office Midrand. To oversee and manage the Accounts Receivable (Trade Debtors) function, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant debtor processes. This includes supervising and mentoring a team, maintaining strong customer and vendor relationships, driving efficient collections, supporting audit and compliance activities, and contributing to process improvements that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and service delivery.

Minimum Requirements…

Essential:

• Matric or equivalent Senior Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years within the Debtors department.

Advantageous:

• Relevant Finance Qualification or studying towards a Post Graduate Qualification.

Job Specification…

Customer Service & Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stores, vendors, and customers to ensure effective account management.
• Act as primary liaison between debtors and vendors, ensuring clear and timely communication on accounts-related matters.
• Provide professional, efficient, and customer-focused service to all stakeholders, resolving queries directly or escalating appropriately.

Credit and Collections Management:

• Review and monitor outstanding accounts, ensuring timely follow-up in line with company collection policies.
• Investigate credits, payment discrepancies, and unusual trends, resolving issues in compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Utilize Trade Debtors Age Analysis to develop and maintain a proactive collections strategy.
• Negotiate and monitor payment arrangements with defaulting clients.
• Participate in system and process improvement initiatives to optimize billing and collection accuracy.

Record Keeping and Compliance:

• Ensure all incoming emails and phone calls are managed promptly and professionally on a daily basis, addressing issues directly or escalating to the Trade Debtors Manager where discrepancies arise.
• Coordinate updates across shared folders, trackers, and team groups to ensure all debtor-related information is current and accessible.
• Maintain accurate records of deduction lists (e.g., submitted to Creditors, tracking progress and ensuring 100% resolution through frequent follow-ups in line with service levels and prescribed deduction processes.
• Maintain databases of reconciliations, advertising allowances, rebates, and income line monitoring, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely reporting.
• Provide proactive support for both internal and external audit requests to ensure swift and accurate responses.
• Ensure checklists are kept up to date, signed off, and aligned with standard operating procedures.

Accounts Administration and Reporting:

• Manage month-end closing tasks including reconciliations, accruals, and preparation of debtor reports.
• Oversee advertising-related processes including monthly promotional data, vendor confirmations, queries, and billings.
• Support the billing administrator and category teams with consolidated billing listings (Sallies), ensuring accurate and timely promotional billings.
• Monitor the accurate accruals of monthly promotional income, including reversals processed on the first day of each month.
• Monitor sales and billing data accuracy through BI and Qlikview, ensuring consistency with promotions and agreements.
• Validate promotion loading and POS sales data via Qlikview and BI, ensuring consistency with booking forms and pricing loaded by promotion teams. Provide variance reports to the Trade Debtors Manager.
• Provide variance and movement analysis on income lines to management.
• Support the accurate and timely billing of growth rebates applicable to categories.
• Administer incentive programs (e.g., SH15 – Health), including rebating back to stores.
• Ensure rebates requiring store-level splits are allocated with accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage KDB2 (SH17) FMCG billings, including P&G (bi-annual), Duracell (monthly), and Unilever ITR billings.
• Administer and reconcile ad hoc monthly income billings such as loyalty programs, reward schemes, royalty fees, and other extra billings.
• Process intercompany billings for Oncology and CJ Distribution divisions.
• Raise accruals in line with income streams and approved checklists, ensuring all submissions are signed off.
• Monitor and maintain debtor shared drives and departmental email inboxes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of information.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to the Trade Debtors Manager on provisions and bad debt write-offs.
• Oversee promotional, rebate, incentive, and intercompany billings in line with contracts and instructions.
• Provide proactive support for both internal and external audit requests to ensure swift and accurate responses.
• Support onboarding of new vendors and administration of contracts.
• Log and manage HEAT calls when required, ensuring resolution and compliance with internal processes.
• Stand in for staff members during leave periods, assisting with accounts opening, receipts, invoicing, credit notes, and queries as needed.
• Provide continuity and knowledge transfer through backup system implementation, training, and team support.
• Act as the Trade Debtors Manager's delegate when required, ensuring leadership and operational continuity.

Team Leadership Support:

• Supervise and mentor the Trade Debtors team (analyst, billing, and collection administrators), ensuring workload is balanced and productivity targets are achieved.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to foster a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture.
• Support the Trade Debtors Manager in fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, ownership, and integrity.
• Ensure the team understands daily, weekly, and monthly objectives, KPIs, and role expectations.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, performance reviews, and progress reporting to the Trade Debtors Manager.
• Promote a learning environment through continuous improvement initiatives, encouraging proactive problem-solving and professional growth within the team.
• Provide direct line management of the Business Analyst, Accounts Receivable Billing Administrators, and Collection Administrators.
• Track and monitor team productivity and performance against defined KPIs, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Promote continuous improvement, professional growth, and alignment of personal and professional goals.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, People and Culture procedures, and performance management protocols.
• Assist team members with general queries, following established escalation protocols, and resolve concerns in a professional and constructive manner.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with Creditors, Marketing, and Category teams.
• Conduct daily monitoring of activity reports (e.g., Activ-trak) and provide feedback to the Trade Debtors Manager.
• Uphold strict confidentiality when handling sensitive company and financial information.
• Support both internal and external audit processes by providing timely, accurate, and comprehensive documentation.

Competencies

Essential:

• Apply in-depth understanding of accounts receivable processes, compliance requirements, and financial systems while remaining proactive in staying updated with best practices.
• Demonstrate analytical thinking and sound judgment when interpreting financial data, solving problems, and making decisions under pressure.
• Act with a strong commercial mindset, recognising the financial impact of debtor management on overall business performance and long-term growth.
• Communicate clearly and confidently in both written and verbal form, tailoring messages to diverse audiences while ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Build a positive, respectful relationship with team members, colleagues, vendors, and customers, fostering trust and collaboration.
• Approach all tasks with attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency, while encouraging a culture of excellence and accountability within the team.
• Manages time effectively, adapt to changing priorities, and demonstrates resilience and composure in demanding situations.
• Inspire, mentor, and motivate team members by modelling integrity, accountability, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Effectively oversee workload distribution, monitors performance against KPIs, and ensures team alignment with organisational goals and policies.
• Leverages financial systems (e.g., SAP, Qlikview, BI tools) and reporting mechanisms efficiently to drive accurate billing, reconciliation, and reporting processes.

Special conditions of employment:

• South African citizen.
• MIE, clear criminal and credit.
• Driver's license and own reliable transport.
• Occasional traveling.

Remuneration and benefits:

• Market related salary
• Medical aid
• Provident fund
• Staff account

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN`T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION AS UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem's approved Employment Equity Plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to Dis-Chem's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.

*** WONDERFUL OPPORTUNITY IN A FAST-GROWING, DYNAMIC COMPANY ***

*** BASED IN LANSERIA, RANDBURG ***

• Accounting Degree or Diploma.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Bookkeeping and Debtors.
• Knowledge of Pastel.
• Opening of new customer accounts, credit checks and correspondence with customers.
• Maintain customer accounts consisting of reconciliations, credit limits, credit applications, rebates, invoice credits and capture in Pastel accordingly.
• Sending of statements via email monthly.
• Following up on all overdues, consisting of credit limit thresholds, COD Accounts and late payments.
• Manage handover process from final demand letter to lawyer correspondence.
• Maintain credit applications on an annual basis and ensure that new Credit Application Forms are filled out annually and with any ownership changes.
• Management of petty cash control and daily cash up sheets.
• Processing of Cash Book receipts, on Pastel and Bank recon thereof.
• Daily debtors aging and customer payment reports to be emailed.
• Filing of Proof of Delivery and general admin.
• Prepare monthly management reports to assist with cashflow forecast.
• Prepare year-end work to hand over to auditors.
• Other ad hoc duties from time to time.
• Strategize constant improvements for this function - types of accounts and settlement discounts.
• Dolphin reconciliations for warranty claims - strictly on a monthly basis.
• Standing in for Internal Sales from time to time.
• Maintain POPI requirements.
• Maintain FICA requirements.
• Prepare monthly management reports to assist with cashflow forecast to be handed into Financial teams.
• Prepare daily / weekly and monthly debtors reports for management as requested.