Accounting Administrator Acc Rec

Essity AB; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hygiene products company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Administrator in Durban, South Africa. This role involves managing customer credit, ensuring timely collections, and collaborating across functional teams. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in credit control within FMCG, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP. Join us to drive positive change and improve well-being for society and the environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work atmosphere

Opportunities for growth

Positive societal impact

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years credit control experience from FMCG.
• Excellent communicator in verbal, written, and listening in English.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely collections and management of business cashflow.
• Resolve customer queries promptly and allocate payments accurately.
• Complete month-end administration and reporting in a timely manner.

Skills

Credit control experience

Customer communication

Deadline driven

Attention to detail

Proficient in Excel

Education

Matric and post-matric financial qualification

Credit Management (Phase 1 & 2)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAPB1 / S4 Hana

Job description

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Administrator to join our CAS team based in Pinetown, South Africa. We are looking for an individual who possess strong Retail / FMCG credit control experience, who can work under pressure, is passionate about what they do and has the ability to add value and walk the path in growing our business with us!

About the Role

The Accounts Receivable Administrator will be responsible for regular communication and interaction with a variety of customers to ensure timeous collections, manage and sustain the business cashflow. This role reports directly to the Accounts Receivable Team Leader.

We're looking for people who embody our values, who aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, move at fast pace. Someone who is customer centric, highly organized and collaborative working across functional teams. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do

• Ensure customers receive their invoices, credit notes, PODS and statements;
• Prompt and effective customer query resolution;
• Ensure customer claims are received and processed;
• Prompt capturing of credit notes;
• Ensure payments are received according to the agreed terms and targets;
• Engage with customers for payment and follow up on overdue amounts;
• Prepare and send final demand letters to customers as required;
• Responsible for the allocation of payments received and reconciliation of customer accounts;
• Responsible for timely calculations of rebates, promotions and discounts;
• Support with new credit applications process;
• Prepare manual statements as required;
• Timely and accurate completion of month‑end administration & reporting, and ad hoc reporting requirements;
• Continuous collaboration and support to internal and external stakeholders;
• Cross functional support within the CAS team (Export and Local).

Who You Are

• Must have matric and post‑matric financial qualification. Credit Management (Phase 1 & 2) will be advantageous;
• Minimum of 3 years credit control experience, from FMCG – Professional Hygiene and Consumer Goods industry;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and SAPB1 / S4 Hana;
• Available to travel and visit customers when required;
• Must be an excellent communicator (verbal, written & listening) and be fluent in English;
• Deadline driven with strong prioritizing, administration and attention to detail skills.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well‑Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well‑being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us