About the position
Provide administrative and operational support to the finance function in a private high school to ensure timely billing, collections, payments, month-end reporting, and reconciliations in a high-volume, detail-oriented environment.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Matric with Accounting as a subject (post-matric qualification in Finance/Accounting will be advantageous)
- 2-3 years' experience in a similar Debtors/Accounts Receivable or Financial Administration role
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
- Experience using a financial or accounting systems (e.g., SAGE, Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar)
Key Performance Areas:
- Generate and issue accurate invoices and billing statements
- Follow up on outstanding school fees and manage debt collection
- Maintain and update debtor accounts with a high level of accuracy
- Reconcile accounts and resolve billing or payment queries
- Prepare debtor ageing reports and provide feedback to management
- Liaise with parents/guardians regarding payment plans and account issues
- Process supplier invoices and assist with payment preparation
- Support bank reconciliations, petty cash, and journal entries
- Assist with month-end tasks and preparation of financial reports
- Maintain financial records and support audit and compliance processes
Desired Skills:
- Debt Collection
- Invoicing
- Debtors
- Finance Administration
- Creditors
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
Leading independent, co-educational, private high school committed to providing a holistic education that leverages modern technological advancements encourages lateral thinking, and equips students with skills for an ever-changing future.
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