Accountant at Regenesys Business School

Responsibilities:

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Policy and Procedures
• Design, implement and maintain AR policies
• Document, improve and maintain AR internal controls and procedures
• Ensure the RMS and Accounting Systems are aligned with the policies and procedures
• AR System Management and Housekeeping
• Implement best practices and optimisation
• AR Age Analysis
• Owner of the AR Age Analysis – complete, accurate and reliable
• Individual debtor accounts are reconciled
• Reconciles to the GL
• Standard Reporting and Statement Runs
• Supplier of on-time complete, accurate and reliable management and customer information
• Query resolution
• AR team, Collections team, CRM Team and customer interface
• Works closely with Collection Team Leader or Manager
• Authorisation of credit notes and adjustments
• Default Management
• Punctual response and escalation of defaulting debtors to avoid and reduce bad debts.

Cash Flow

• Analysing daily cash flow and forecast variance analysis
• Preparing rolling cash inflow projections
• Consulting with internal stakeholders on forecasted or missed revenue streams

Accounting and Management Accounts

• GL transactional accounting and reconciliations
• GL and TB variance analysis

Systems and IT Integration

• Assisting with front end enhancements, set-ups and housekeeping
• On-going integration initiatives with Financial and other systems
• Prioritise automation and paperless environment
• Self-development and training

Year End Audit

• Collaborating with Finance Management Team and Auditors
• Producing year end reports and schedules

Teamwork

• Leading an effective and motivated team
• Provide developmental and training opportunities
• Encourage and motivate performance

Credentials and Experience

• Post matric degree in Accounting – a B.Comm Accounting will be an advantage
• Microsoft 365 competency with intermediate proficiency in Excel
• Advanced proficiency in ERP accounting systems – Sage Evolution will be an advantage
• Minimum 5 years proven work experience as an Accountant specialising in AR Management
• Experience working within an academic institution will be an advantage
• At least 3 years’ experience leading a team
• Own car and driving licence