Position Type: Full-Time, Remote Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
We’re hiring for our client, a growing U.S.-based company, seeking an Accounts Receivable / Accounts Payable Specialist (AR/AP) to own the day-to-day flow of money in and out of the business.
This is a high-impact, execution-driven accounting and finance operations role where accuracy, speed, organization, and follow-through are critical.
You will:
Process invoices and payments
Manage collections and vendor payments
Maintain clean, audit-ready financial records
Support reconciliation and month-end accounting workflows
If you’re detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable handling high transaction volumes in fast-paced environments, this role could be a strong fit.
What You’ll Own
Accounts Payable (AP)
Process 20–50 vendor invoices weekly
Enter invoices into:
QuickBooks
NetSuite
Xero
SAP
Schedule payments via ACH, wire transfers, and checks
Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
Manage employee reimbursements and credit card reconciliations
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Generate and send 30–100 customer invoices weekly
Post incoming payments:
ACH
Wire
Credit card
Checks
Maintain AR aging reports and track overdue balances
Follow up on collections and payment timelines
Manage deferred and unearned revenue adjustments
Reconciliation & Reporting
Reconcile AR/AP subledgers with the general ledger
Match transactions with bank records
Prepare weekly financial reports including:
Cash collections
Disbursements
Outstanding balances
Compliance & Controls
Maintain vendor and customer documentation including W-9s and contracts
Ensure compliance with:
GAAP
IFRS
Maintain audit-ready financial records and documentation
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work with procurement teams on vendor setup
Partner with sales and operations teams to resolve billing issues
Support accounting teams during month-end close processes
What Makes You a Strong Fit
You are highly detail-oriented and catch errors others miss
You are comfortable managing high-volume financial transactions
You communicate professionally with vendors and customers
You are organized, structured, and process-driven
You can balance speed and accuracy effectively
You take ownership of your work and follow through consistently
Requirements (Must-Have)
2+ years of experience in:
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Payable
Bookkeeping
Accounting support
Experience with at least one:
QuickBooks
NetSuite
SAP
Xero
Intermediate Excel or Google Sheets skills:
VLOOKUP
Pivot Tables
Familiarity with:
Invoicing workflows
Payment processing
Reconciliations
AR/AP operations
Nice to Have
Multi-currency AR/AP experience
Experience with:
Bill.com
Tipalti
Background in:
SaaS
Real estate
Professional services
ERP migration or accounting automation experience
What a Typical Day Looks Like
Process vendor invoices and customer payments
Send invoices and follow up on overdue balances
Reconcile transactions and resolve discrepancies
Coordinate with internal teams on billing and vendor issues
Update reports and maintain accurate financial records
In short: you ensure every dollar moving in and out of the business is tracked, accurate, and processed on time.
Key Metrics (KPIs)
Invoice accuracy with less than 1% error rate
On-time AP payments (Net 30/45/60)
AR collections within target DSO
Timely reconciliations for month-end close
100% audit-ready documentation
Why This Role Stands Out
High ownership over financial operations
Structured workflows and clear processes
Opportunity to grow into:
Senior Accounting
Finance Operations
Exposure to modern accounting systems and ERP tools
Interview Process
Initial Phone Screen
Recruiter Interview
Practical Task (Reconciliation / AR Aging Scenario)
Client Interview
Offer & Background Verification
Apply Now
If you thrive in structured, detail-heavy roles and take pride in maintaining clean, accurate financial records, this is a strong opportunity to step into a high-responsibility AR/AP role.
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