Accounts Receivable Manager

Talent Sam; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational shipping company seeks an Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee the data input department, manage an international team, and report to the CFO. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in accounting principles, proven experience in AR management, and excellent analytical skills for effective financial data handling.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or similar role.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial data.
• Ability to identify and resolve AR-related issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals for the accounts receivable team aligned with accounting objectives.
• Monitor the processing of invoices to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure timely collection of payments from customers.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

Multinational Shipping company looking for an accounts receivable manager. To oversee the data input department and reconcile the receivables. The Accounts Receivable Manager will oversee an international team and report directly to the CFO.

Responsibilities :

Setting Objectives : Establish goals for the accounts receivable team that align with the accounting department's objectives.

Invoice Processing : Monitor the processing of invoices to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

Payment Collection : Ensure timely collection of payments from customers.

Credit Checks : Conduct credit checks on new customers and monitor existing customers' credit status.

Negotiation : Handle negotiations with clients in cases of non-payment.

Reporting : Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting reports.

Record Keeping : Organize records of invoices, bills, and deposits.

Team Support : Support and train accounts receivable clerks, ensuring they follow accounting principles.

Compliance : Ensure all invoicing and collection procedures comply with legal requirements.

Requirements :

Experience : Proven work experience as an Accounts Receivable Manager or similar role.

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Technical Skills : Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.

Soft Skills : Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Attention to Detail : High level of accuracy and attention to detail in managing financial data.

Problem-Solving : Ability to identify and resolve AR-related issues effectively.