Accounts Receivable Officer

As the leading institute for diploma training in Luxury Professions in Mauritius, Institut Escoffier is recruiting an Accounts Receivable Officer on a permanent basis with a fixed-term contract.

As the leading institute for diploma training in Luxury Professions in Mauritius, Institut Escoffier is recruiting an Accounts Receivable Officer on a permanent basis with a fixed-term contract.

JOB OBJECTIVES:

Ensure the follow-up, collection, and recording of customer receivables within contractual deadlines to optimize the company’s cash flow, reduce unpaid invoices, and maintain strong commercial relationships.

• Manage customer accounts
• Handle debt collection
• Record daily accounting transactions (invoices, payments, journal entries)
• Monitor and reconcile supplier and customer accounts
• Participate in monthly and annual closings
• Ensure proper filing and archiving of accounting documents
• Contribute to budget monitoring and variance analysis
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors
• Ensure compliance of operations with internal procedures and legal requirements
• Adhere to internal standards and policies
• Close collaboration with Senior Accounts Officer for daily tasks

PROFILE REQUIRED:

Technical skills:

• Good knowledge of accounting principles
• Proficient in accounting software
• Advanced Excel and office tools skills

Personal skills:

• Meticulous, well-organized, and detail-oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Integrity and discretion
• Strong analytical and synthesis skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Higher School Certificate (HSC)
• ACCA Level 1, bachelor’s in accounting or equivalent diploma in progress is an advantage
• 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar position preferred