Blue Label Unlimited (Cigicell)
Job Details
📌 Job Title: Junior Accountant (Accounts Receivable)
🏢 Company: Cigicell
📍 Location: Sandton, Gauteng, South Africa
💼 Job Type: Full-Time
🕒 Workplace Type: On-site
📊 Industry: Finance / Accounting
🆔 Reference Number: req19
Company Overview
Cigicell is a dynamic organisation operating within a fast-paced commercial environment, focused on delivering efficient business solutions and maintaining strong financial controls. The company values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement, providing employees with opportunities to develop their skills within a professional finance team.
Job Overview
Cigicell is seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the Accounts Receivable (AR) function. This role focuses on ensuring accurate billing, timely collections, and proper allocation of payments.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting revenue protection, and ensuring that customer accounts are well managed and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Invoicing & Billing:
- Prepare and issue accurate customer invoices on time
- Validate billing documents and supporting sales information
- Process credit notes and billing adjustments
Accounts Receivable Management:
- Capture and allocate customer payments daily
- Monitor outstanding balances and manage customer accounts
- Maintain AR ageing reports and reconciliations
Collections & Customer Interaction:
- Follow up on overdue accounts via email and communication channels
- Resolve customer queries and discrepancies professionally
Reporting & Record Keeping:
- Assist with monthly AR reports and variance analysis
- Maintain accurate customer records and documentation
- Support audit processes and financial reviews
Compliance & Process Improvement:
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
- Identify opportunities to improve AR processes and efficiency
Qualifications
Education:
- Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience:
- 0–2 years’ experience in accounting or Accounts Receivable
- Experience with ERP systems (Sage, Pastel) is advantageous
Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
- Basic understanding of accounting principles
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
CV Tips
- Highlight your accounting qualification and academic achievements
- Include any internships or practical experience in finance or AR
- Showcase your Excel skills and experience with accounting systems
- Emphasise attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
- Keep your CV clear, structured, and tailored to entry-level finance roles
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Gain hands-on experience in Accounts Receivable
- Opportunity to grow within a finance team
- Exposure to ERP systems and financial processes
- Supportive and learning-focused work environment
- Build a strong foundation for your accounting career
Company Policy
Cigicell is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status. Recruitment processes are conducted fairly and transparently, in line with company policies and applicable labour laws.
All applications are treated confidentially, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
To apply for this job please visit blucore.csod.com.
