Accounts Receivable Officer

As an Accounts Receivable Officer, you will work closely with the Accounting team and any other member of the team as assigned by the head of department.

As an Accounts Receivable Officer, you will work closely with the Accounting team and any other member of the team as assigned by the head of department and your core assignments consist of: 

ð       Ensuring that all payments due from debtors are collected on time and in a professional manner;

ð       Daily follow up of outstanding debt - Contact clients in writing (email) or by telephone to recover the outstanding balance;

ð       Makes follow-up calls and send reminders to clients;

ð       Keep records of payments received and inform the respective parties when payments are received;

ð       Dealing with customer account related queries;

ð       Prepare summary of balances owed per Practice area;

ð       Prepare regular reports detailing accounts receivable status;

ð       Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, posting and recording incoming payments and invoices on Sage and ensuring proper allocation of funds received;

ð       Prepare invoices and bank deposits;

ð       Update debtor’s and cash balances;

ð       Assist auditors with year-end queries;

ð       Assist in any other adhoc reports and tasks in relation to debtors as and when required by management.

Requirements

ð       HSC with good results or Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

ð       3 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the collections department

ð       Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills

ð       Strong interpersonal and communication skills

ð       Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under deadlines

ð       High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information