Accounts receiving clerk
Pinelands, Cape Town
R4 153,20 Weekly | R18 000 per month
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Weekly Contract
Our client, a well-established South African beverage company specialising in innovative beer, cider, and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, is seeking an Accounts Receiving Clerk to join their team.
Please note: The salary advertised is based on information provided by the client and should not be interpreted as a guaranteed offer. Final salary offers are at the sole discretion of the client.
Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Credit Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing debtor accounts, resolving statement queries, and producing accurate and timeous reports and reconciliations. This is a full-time, in-office position.
Working Hours: 08h00 – 17h00 (Client discretion applies and may include full-time office-based, hybrid, or remote arrangements)
Key Responsibilities- Process accounts and incoming payments in line with financial policies and procedures
- Prepare invoices, credit notes, and related transactions
- Apply credit notes to outstanding invoices
- Perform debtors’ reconciliations
- Liaise with clients regarding account queries and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain records of liquor licence renewals
- Provide financial support services
- Create new customer accounts and ensure completeness of documentation
- Conduct credit checks on prospective clients
- Perform day-to-day financial transactions including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivable data
- Compile and submit various weekly reports
- MUST have strong Excel skills (advanced formulas, VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
- MUST have SYSPRO experience
- Relevant completed tertiary qualification
- Knowledge of ERP/Accounting systems
- Understanding of reconciliation processes and investigations
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and fair credit practices
- Ability to meet strict deadlines
- Ability to work independently
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
- Clear criminal record / background check
Experience in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment such as operations, administration, customer service, retail, or related fields.