Accounts Executive Accounts Receivable (AR)

Accounts Receivable & Accounting - approximately 80-90%

• Handle day-to-day Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Prepare and issue invoices, receipts, credit notes and related documentation
• Record and allocate customer payments accurately
• Monitor customer accounts and outstanding balances
• Follow up on overdue accounts and assist with customer payment collection
• Perform AR reconciliation and assist with bank reconciliation
• Maintain proper accounting records and supporting documents
• Prepare AR ageing reports and other accounting schedules
• Assist with month-end closing
• Liaise with customers regarding accounts and payment matters
• Assist with other accounting functions as required

Administration & Operational Support - approximately 10-20%

• Assist with payment collection and related documentation
• Maintain and compile production and operational records
• Perform data entry and general office administration
• Assist with filing, documentation and other administrative duties when required
• Backs up Order fulfillment role for team.

Requirements

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance or related discipline
• At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably with hands-on AR experience
• Good understanding of invoicing, receipts, customer accounts, reconciliation and credit collection
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting or ERP software preferred
• Able to maintain accounting records accurately and work independently
• Organised, responsible and comfortable working in a small-team environment
• Confident communicating with customers regarding outstanding accounts and payment matters
• Candidates who can start immediately or at short notice will have an advantage