Somerset West: Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable

Requirements: Matric/Grade 12 with a relevant qualification e.g., Diploma/Certificate in Accounting/Bookkeeping or higher 3-5 Years in AR/AP roles, ideally in engineering/manufacturing or project-based industries. Experience with Supply Chain Management platforms is advantageous. Proficiency in Xero is essential Familiarity with automation tools for OCR/invoice processing is a plus Strong attention to detail with sharp problem-solving and analytical skills Confident, professional communicator with client- and vendor-facing experience Thrives in fast-paced environments and comfortably manages dual-role responsibilities Numerically astute with a proactive, results-driven approach to collections Technically savvy with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software systems Duties will include, but are not limited to: Accounts Receivable Prepare and issue client invoices, including progress billings, commercial invoices, and ad-hoc project-related billing, ensuring compliance with SCM platform requirements Prepare SLA renewal quotes in conjunction with the relevant Account Manager. Manage debtor follow-ups through proactive collectors, including email reminders, phone calls and statements. Monitor and reconcile client accounts, resolving discrepancies and escalating issues to the relevant Account Managers/Production as needed. Collaborate with the Production team on stock-related invoicing synced from the inventory management system to Xero. Accounts Payable Process supplier invoices and credit card receipts, including verification against purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable. Handle stock supplier bills integrated from the inventory management system, ensuring accurate coding and posting of Xero. Execute payments via batch processing of EFT etc Perform bi-monthly creditor reconciliations, identifying variances and resolving queries with suppliers. Manage the new vendor vetting process. General Duties Support the month-end close by preparing deferred revenue journals, accruals, and reconciliations to aid the accountant. Maintain accurate records in Xero, ensuring audit-ready trails and SARS compliance (e.g., VAT handling). Assist with ad-hoc finance tasks, such as query resolution and process improvements, in a small-team environment. Contribute to system enhancements, including the inventory management system, Xero sync troubleshooting. Assist with any finance ad-hoc tasks as needed. In return a competitive salary is on offer