AR Specialist/ Junior Accountant

Client Overview

This company is a comprehensive zero-waste oil recycling business servicing commercial kitchens. It has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Environmental Services industry, emphasizing growth, discipline, and operational excellence.

Role Summary The AR Specialist/Junior Accountant will support day-to-day accounting operations, including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and collections. This hands-on role requires accuracy, consistency, and strong ownership of transactional processes, working closely with senior accountants.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit customer invoices with proper documentation.
  • Create and process vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy of payment terms and methods.
  • Reconcile customer and vendor invoice discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.
  • Support the collections process, including following up on past-due accounts.
  • Perform data entry with a high level of speed and accuracy.
  • Assist senior accountants with daily accounting operations.
  • Maintain organized financial records and documentation.
  • Handle overflow incoming phone calls and route appropriately.
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of hands-on accounting experience, including invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections.
  • Minimum of 2 years of consistent, daily use of accounting software (QuickBooks Online or similar).
  • Proven experience with daily data entry and maintaining accuracy.
  • Strong understanding of accounting processes and transactional workflows.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong mathematical aptitude.
  • Ability to manage recurring deadlines in a structured environment.
Preferred Skills
  • Associate degree in Accounting.
Soft Skills & Attributes
  • Reliable and detail-focused.
  • Organized and dependable.
  • Comfortable working within established accounting systems and procedures.
  • Strong phone presence with excellent English.
  • Professional and discreet when handling confidential information.
  • Scrappy, decisive, gritty, and humble.
Compensation Competitive package.

Location & Work Arrangement

Remote South Africa - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST). (2pm-11pm SAST)

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