Job description
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This is an exciting time to join the team as we step up operations in new countries and commence work on new and challenging projects. As a result of this growth, we are looking to recruit an Account and Finance Specialist,
. This position is integral to maintaining the financial health of the organization by ensuring timely and accurate processing of receivables and payables, managing customer and supplier accounts, and supporting the overall accounting functions within the organisation.
. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, a keen eye for detail, and strong communication skills.
Primary Duties:
• Preparation and sending of invoices.
• Contacting clients for payment resolution
• Assist with follow up of customers regarding billing issues/ flag issues to account directors
• Maintaining billing accounts and records
• Upload invoices into the customer portal
• Manage debt collection processes, including chasing overdue payments and reporting on collection activities.
• Reconciling receivables accounts with customers
• Ensuring that cash application is done accurately and on time
• Provide info for cash flow forecast
• Handle general administrative duties, including managing calls, mail, and electronic filing systems.
• Update financial data in management systems and ensure accurate income and VAT classification allocation.
• Assist in year-end financial processes
• Supports collections analysis to maximize DSO efficiency
• Support of daily cash review
• Applies all payments to the correct customer accounts and invoices.
• Reconcile bank accounts in accounting system.
• Other Duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience:
• Proven experience in a financial or accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, debt collection, and reconciliation processes.
• Proficiency with financial software and management information systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, Salesforce, Xero, Quickbooks etc ).
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.