Sr. Accountant
CurrentAccounts Receivable ( AR ) :• Maintain up-to-date billing system, generate and send out invoices follow up on, collect, allocate payments.• Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines perform account reconciliations. research and resolve payment discrepancies generate age analysis• Review AR ageing to ensure compliance maintain accounts receivable customer files and records• Follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash.• Process credit card payments prepare bank deposits• Investigate and resolve customer queries process adjustments.• Develop a recovery system and initiate collection efforts.• Assist with month-end closing collect data and prepare monthly metrics.Accounts payable (AP):• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and according to its WO, PO. • Ensure invoice has been approved for payment in accordance with the Delegation of Authority. • Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms. • Respond to all vendor inquiries. • Capture all foreign and local supplier credit notes in an accurate and timely manner • Clear all AP error files to ensure timeous payments of supplier invoices • Issue payment remittance advices to suppliers in a timely manner. • Investigate and resolve all outstanding and overdue invoices, including debit balances to aid in the prevention of reputation risk and to avoid legal consequences. • Complete supplier account reconciliations on a monthly basis. • Provide accurate and timely information to internal and external auditors • Provide cover and assistance for all other roles in the Accounts Payable Department (e.g. when other AP staff are on leave) as and when required. • Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
