Cashbook and Accounts Receivable Clerk

Recruiter:

Positive Switch

Job Ref:

JHB000035/FS

Date posted:

Friday, August 26, 2022

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
A prominent sporting union is looking to appoint a Cashbook and Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their team to ensure efficient and effective processing of Cashbook, Accounts Receivable data and collection of customer debt according to the finance policies and procedures within finance department.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Cashbook

Ensure timeous, accurate and complete processing of Cashbook data; and
Liaise with bank and Accounts Payable to clear any unknown or outstanding transactions;
Perform accurate and complete reconciliation and submit to Senior Accountant weekly and monthly.
Ensure continuous update on Financial Accounting Package by subscribing to Dynamics GP User Group.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

Authenticate the data received for customer billing and ensure all information is accurate;
Ensure completeness by transferring sponsorship/grant/royalties agreements information and mail request to revenue register;

Continuous update the revenue register to ensure correct cashflow forecast reporting;

Process various revenue streams by making sure that revenue register corresponds with income budget;

Develop relationship with managers of events in order to raise events related invoices timeously;

Ensure timeous invoicing with correct backup information attached, allocation budget code, description;
Account for VAT accurately and reduce the risk of fines and penalties;
Process invoices relating to travel expenditure accurately and timeously considering the volumes;
Ensure timeous collection of customer debts and maintain a positive cashflow;
Perform accurate reconciliations, relating to AR Control, within timelines;
Conduct reviews of debtors' book with Senior Accountant and escalate debt collection challenges timeously;
Perform month-end procedures and ensure reports are balancing before closing off the period.

Maintain relationship with debtors to ensure a seamless communication during invoice raising and debt collection.

Educational background

3-year qualification in Accounting (Diploma or Degree)-Essential

Experience (years and nature)

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Finance environment

Competencies

Knowledge & Experience of Cashbook and Accounts Receivable Modules
VAT Accounting Knowledge
Accounting background
Accuracy
Accounting Package processing (Cashbook & Accounts Receivable Modules)
Attention to detail
Business Acumen
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills

Deadline driven
Problem Solving Skills
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Ability to work under pressure
Importance of timeous revenue collection
Good customer relationship emphasis

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