Role Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing collections, maintaining strong financial controls, overseeing a Debtors team, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of Accounts Receivable processes.

This role requires a proactive leader with strong analytical skills, a customer-focused approach, and a proven track record in Debtors management.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Accounts Receivable function and supervise a team of Debtors administrators.

• Monitor and reconcile Accounts Receivable sub-ledgers and General Ledger accounts.

• Review and manage bank reconciliations, unclaimed deposits, returned debit orders, and control accounts.

• Drive collections activities and ensure debt is collected within agreed payment terms.

• Oversee the successful execution of debit order runs.

• Review and report on debtors age analysis and collection performance.

• Authorise credit notes and transfer journals.

• Manage overdue accounts, escalations, and legal handovers.

• Ensure all customer payments are allocated accurately and timeously.

• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and financial procedures.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc Accounts Receivable reports.

• Liaise with auditors and provide support during audit processes.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customer stakeholders.

• Lead, coach, and develop the Accounts Receivable team through effective performance management.

Qualifications Required:

• Grade 12

• Financial Degree / Diploma, or equivalent qualification will be advantageous

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Debtors, Accounts Receivable, or Credit Control supervisory role.

• Proven experience managing a team of at least 10 employees.

• Strong knowledge of Debtors management, reconciliations, collections, and financial reporting.

• Experience working with financial systems and ERP platforms.