Job title : Accounts Receivable Officer
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : October 18, 2025
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Purpose of the Job
The Accounts Receivable Officer is responsible for managing customer accounts in line with agreed upon credit terms, ensuring timely collection of payments, and maintaining accurate financial records. This includes daily monitoring of credit limits, reconciling overdue accounts, allocating payments accurately daily, resolving queries promptly, and providing administrative and operational support to the finance and sales teams. The Accounts Receivable Officer needs to also maintain strong customer relationships and adhere to company credit policies.Key Responsibilities
Operational
Collect monies owed to the company from customers with mutually agreed upon credit termsMonitor and manage customer credit limits to prevent overexposureLiaise with customers regarding outstanding payments and credit note requestsObtain and process remittance advices for payments reflected on daily bank statementsAllocate payments accurately on the Embrace Financial systemCompile detailed debtor reconciliations for all overdue accountsMaintain excellent Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) performance in line with authorised timelinesSupply customers with copy statements, invoices, credit notes, PODs, and rental agreements upon requestLiaise with Sales Representatives to resolve outstanding issues on their designated accountsCommunicate effectively and professionally with customers to manage expectations and maintain relationshipsReport regularly to management on outstanding accounts and credit control statusEnsure that any required escalations are done timeouslyPayment Processing & Reconciliation
Obtain remittance advices for payments reflected in daily bank statementsAccurately allocate payments on the Embrace financial systemCompile reconciliations for all overdue debtor accounts, detailing outstanding invoices and unused credit notesSupply customers with copy statements, invoices, credit notes, PODs, and rental agreements upon requestQuery Management & Interdepartmental Coordination
Log all payment-related queries with the relevant department and ensure timeous resolutionProvide assistance in relevant operational functions as requiredSupport smooth workflow within the finance and credit control teamLiaise with Sales Representatives to resolve account-specific issuesMaintain clear communication with internal departments to support the debt recovery processProfessional Conduct & Compliance
Maintain professional conduct in all interactions with customers and colleaguesAdhere to the company’s dress code and represent the organisation in a respectful and presentable mannerAdhere to and promote professional conduct in all interactionsEnsure compliance with all Health and Safety standards within the workplaceMaintain high housekeeping standards on a daily basisFollow the prescribed dress code as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Health, Safety & Housekeeping
Ensure all Health and Safety standards are upheld within the work environmentMaintain daily housekeeping standards in your designated workspaceParticipate in operational functions as required, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural guidelinesMinimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Matric)Logistics / Rental background would be an advantageAt least 3 years’ experience in Credit ControlSkills Required
Financial AcumenHigh attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsNegotiation and persuasion skillsTime management and organisation skillsProblem-solving and analytical thinkingProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteAccounting / Financial Services jobs