The purpose of the role will be to take charge of accounts receivable management, ensuring timely customer payments and maintaining accurate records.
Enforce company policies for accounts receivable and oversee all accounting functions in the department, including daily support.
Prepare month-end closing reports and review customer account reconciliations, addressing exceptions related to receivables and inter-company transactions.
Duties will include, but are not limited to: Organise and manage work activities in the accounts receivable departments, to ensure timeous collection of monies Compile information for various reports for the department Prepare monthly meetings with the Financial Director and Financial Manager Resolve issues with overdue or over limit customer accounts Investigate and resolve disputes or discrepancies with customer accounts Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Ensure vetting process of new customers and correct approval for credit limit changes Ensure validity and approval of credit notes processes against sales invoices Review, verify and manage payment of customer refunds Interface with and assist branch staff with reports and technical support Assist in preparing documents and schedules for internal and external auditors Prepare month-end closing Develop and implement procedures for accurate and efficient month- and year-end close-out Manage a team of subordinates Education Requirements: Completed Matric (Grade 12) Tertiary qualification in accounting / bookkeeping / credit management essential Job Requirements and Skills: 5 to 7 years' experience in an Accounts Receivable / Debtors role essential 2 to 3 years' experience in a supervisory or team leader role essential Advanced MS Excel skills essential (Pivot, VLookup and dashboards) SAP working knowledge preferred Deadline driven Ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment Team player If this sounds like you; please do not hesitate to apply!