Account Receivable Team Leader

Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Liham Consulting Pty (Ltd) is seeking an Account Receivable Team Leader to guide a dedicated AR team and ensure precise, timely invoicing and reconciliations. You will manage day-to-day operations, coach staff, and coordinate with other finance units to support accurate financial reporting and robust internal controls.

The role emphasizes leadership, process discipline, and delivering swift debtor query resolutions, with a focus on maintaining high standards across the Accounts Receivable

Qualifications

• Leadership and team management experience.
• Strong reconciliation and invoicing capabilities.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead AR Controllers and clerks to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain up-to-date reconciliations for accurate reporting.
• Ensure timely allocation of receipts and credit notes to invoices.
• Oversee weekly/monthly matching of statements to customers.
• Respond to debtor queries promptly and resolve issues.
• Ensure accurate invoicing within required timeframes.
• Enforce processes and controls within the department.
• Coordinate with other business units to support departmental needs.
• Provide coaching and training to develop staff skills.
• Structure the department into functional teams to meet goals.
• Ensure AR activities align with the broader finance function.

Skills

Leadership

Accounts receivable

Reconciliations

Invoicing

Accounting systems

Coaching and training

Education

BCom or relevant qualification

Job description

Account Receivable Team Leader

Join a motivated finance team committed to precision and efficiency. You'll step into a supportive environment where leadership is valued and your contribution directly impacts the department's success.

Duties:

• Manage a team of AR Controllers and clerks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

• Maintain up-to-date reconciliations for accurate financial reporting.

• Ensure timely allocation of receipts and credit notes to the correct invoices.

• Oversee the monthly and weekly matching of credit card statements to respective customers.

• Provide prompt and professional responses to debtor queries and work towards swift resolution.

• Guarantee that all clients are invoiced accurately within the required timeframes.

• Enforce adherence to processes and controls within the department.

• Coordinate with other business units to support departmental needs.

• Lead and develop staff by providing coaching and training to enhance their skills.

• Structure the department into functional teams to meet operational goals effectively.

• Ensure the Accounts Receivable department operates harmoniously within the broader finance function.

Requirements:

• BCom or Relevant qualification

• 3 years relevant experience

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a finance team.

• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with accounting systems.

• Experience in managing accounts receivable functions, including reconciliations and invoicing.

We invite you to bring your leadership and financial expertise to a role that offers meaningful impact and career development.