Accounts Receivable Specialist

Job Description

About the Company Genesis Technology Services Ltd About the Role To proactively manage the company’s accounts receivables including timely and accurate processing of customer invoices and collections of receipts due. Responsibilities Accounts Receivable Management: Complete accurately and on time the sales invoicing processes. Monitor and manage the accounts receivable ledger to ensure accurate and timely processing of customer payments and allocations. Reconcile accounts receivable balances and resolve any discrepancies. Prepare and distribute regular accounts receivable reports stakeholders as required. Update and maintain customer database on a regular basis. Drive continuous improvement across the accounts receivable process. Credit Control: Proactively contact customers to follow up on outstanding invoices and ensure timely collection of payments and update Finance team as required. Proactively handle queries related to billing and payments. Manage sales receipts collected and correctly allocate into Sage. Email invoices/month-end statements to customer finance Department as applicable. Request for month end receipts from customers. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts receivable aging reports and other relevant financial reports. Analyse trends in accounts receivable and provide insights and recommendations to improve the collection process. Carry out reconciliations of customer accounts on a regular basis. Support month-end process by providing supporting documentation for journals. Update Aged Debtors table in trackers each time receipts are entered. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with sales, operations teams and other stakeholders to resolve customer disputes and ensure seamless customer experience. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely response to vendor queries. First point of contact with vendors chasing payment of invoices. Qualifications At least 3 years experience in an accounts receivable role. Basic accounting qualification or actively pursuing an accounting course. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Required Skills Solid understanding of basic accounting, accounts receivable systems and principles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proactive, highly motivated and flexible. Ability to build good relationships with customers. Highly organized, ability to prioritise, multitask and work as part of a broader team. Passionate about continuous development. Ability to work as part of a broader team. Intermediate computer software skills, including Excel and Accounting packages. This is an office-based role requiring presence in the office on all weekdays. Protects organisation's value by keeping information confidential. Pay range and compensation package Depending upon experience and qualification. Show more Show less