Accounts Receivable Clerk
Role
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Location
Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
Industry
Travel
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their finance team, in the travel industry.
This role is responsible for processing sales invoices, managing accounts receivable, and ensuring accurate and timely payments.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Invoicing:
Prepare and issue accurate and timely sales invoices to agents, ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual agreements.
Verify booking details, pricing, and payment terms before generating invoices.
Maintain and update invoicing records in the accounting system.
Work closely with the sales and operations teams to resolve any discrepancies in invoices.
Accounts Receivable:
Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on overdue payments.
Maintain accurate records of customer accounts, payments, and outstanding balances, and updating agent payments on the reservation system.
Reconcile accounts receivable ledgers to ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
Assist in preparing monthly reports on receivables, aging analysis, and cash flow forecasts.
Handle client inquiries related to billing, payments, and account statements.
General Accounting Support:
Assist with bank reconciliations and posting payments received.
Support end-of-month and end-of-year financial closing activities.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
Collaborate with internal teams to streamline invoicing and collection processes.
Qualifications and Experience:
Proven experience in accounts receivable, invoicing, or a similar finance role.
Experience in the travel industry is highly preferred but not essential
Proficiency in accounting software (Microsoft Dynamic Business Central preferred but not required).
Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and GoogleSheets.