This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk based in South Africa.
Join a remote finance team supporting international business operations through accurate payment management and reliable accounting processes. As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will play an important role in maintaining healthy cash flow by managing invoices, tracking payments, and ensuring customer accounts remain accurate. This position offers the opportunity to work with global stakeholders while developing your accounting expertise in a fully remote environment. You will contribute to efficient financial operations by maintaining organized records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting reporting activities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional who values accuracy, consistency, and strong customer communication.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk based in South Africa.
Join a remote finance team supporting international business operations through accurate payment management and reliable accounting processes. As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, you will play an important role in maintaining healthy cash flow by managing invoices, tracking payments, and ensuring customer accounts remain accurate. This position offers the opportunity to work with global stakeholders while developing your accounting expertise in a fully remote environment. You will contribute to efficient financial operations by maintaining organized records, resolving discrepancies, and supporting reporting activities. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented finance professional who values accuracy, consistency, and strong customer communication.
Accountabilities
- Prepare, issue, and manage customer invoices accurately and within required timelines.
- Monitor incoming payments and ensure they are correctly allocated to customer accounts.
- Follow up on overdue invoices professionally while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and escalate issues when needed.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation to support accounting processes.
- Assist with month-end reporting activities and provide reliable financial information to internal teams.
- Support efficient accounts receivable operations by following established procedures and maintaining attention to detail.
- Previous experience in accounts receivable, bookkeeping, finance administration, or a similar accounting role.
- Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or comparable platforms.
- Comfortable working with spreadsheets, financial data, and numerical information.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records and identify inconsistencies.
- Good written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while managing daily priorities effectively.
- Reliable home internet connection and a suitable workspace for remote work.
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
- Fully remote position based in South Africa.
- Competitive monthly salary ranging from R15,000 to R19,000.
- Opportunity to work UK business hours (09:00–17:00 UK time / 11:00–19:00 SAST).
- Stable remote role supporting an international employer.
- Opportunity to develop accounting and finance operations experience.
- Supportive finance team environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth.
- Flexible remote work setup with no daily commute required.