Accounts Receivable Manager

Accounts Receivable Manager sought by a leading technology distributor in Cape Town, South Africa.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join their finance team as an Accounts Receivable Manager.

They will be responsible for the overall collection and cash application activities and timely management of all Accounts Receivable components. The Accounts Receivable Manager will also maintain and improve sustained cash flow through diligent and aggressive monitoring of our clients customer accounts.

About Our Client

Our client is a top technology distributor in South Africa, providing a comprehensive range of IT products and services to resellers, system integrators, and retailers across Africa for over 20 years.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

In order to be shortlisted for this role, you should have the following skills and experience, but not limited to:

• Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5-10 years of proven experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or in a similar role within the technology industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient in accounting software, Accpac or Sage Accounting Systems.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Team Leadership

• Provide effective leadership and supervision of the accounts receivable team.
• Foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Cultivate positive relationships with customers to facilitate timely payments.
• Address customer inquiries promptly and professionally, resolving billing discrepancies as needed.

Cash Flow Optimization:

• Monitor and analyze accounts receivable ageing reports to identify and manage overdue accounts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize billing processes and reduce payment cycles.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare and present regular reports on accounts receivable status, cash flow projections, and financial metrics.
• Conduct trend analyses and recommend process improvements for enhanced efficiency.

Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards and implement the necessary adjustments

Collections:

• Implement and manage effective collection strategies to minimize bad debt and optimize cash flow.
• Conduct professional collection calls and correspondence with a focus on maintaining positive customer relations.

Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required to fulfil the responsibilities of the role will be contacted for a telephone interview by one of our consultants. Thereafter a detailed job description will be made available for discussion before CVs are submitted to our client for review.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

A market-related salary based on the level of responsibility for this role is on offer.