NSA Coordinator Accounting

Nissan Motor Corporation; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled NSA Coordinator Accounting to manage accounts receivable and ensure compliance with financial standards. This role involves preparing reconciliations, monitoring overdue accounts, and maintaining relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving abilities and excel in data analysis, contributing to effective financial management. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation while making a significant impact on the company's financial health.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in accounting, especially accounts receivable.
• Strong knowledge of VAT Act of South Africa and financial standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and oversee reconciliations of accounts receivable monthly.
• Monitor receivables balances and follow up on overdue amounts.
• Supervise collection processes and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Accounts receivable management

Financial reporting

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree / BTech in Accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

POSITION/TITLE: NSA Coordinator Accounting

GRADE

F4 / EVP-97

DEPARTMENT

Finance

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements / Qualification:

• Degree / BTech in Accounting or related field
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in accounting, especially accounts receivable and supervisory roles

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Prepare and oversee reconciliations of accounts receivable (General ledger and Sub ledgers) monthly
2. Prepare accounts receivable reports (Age analysis, Overdue receivables, Tracking & analysis) monthly
3. Process debtor revaluations monthly
4. Coordinate reconciliation and inter-company balancing of accounts receivable and sales with group companies, resolving discrepancies
5. Monitor receivables balances and aging against credit/payment terms (Credit risk control)
6. Follow up on debt collection and overdue amounts with debtors
7. Provision for VMS interest and related provisions monthly
8. Process and match receipts from debtors daily within SAP
9. Validate and confirm new customer master data changes
10. Control over irregular debtors, including account blocking as per policy
11. Post half-yearly financial entries for debtor interest and IFRS fair value adjustments
12. Identify and escalate high-risk debtors, including bad debt write-offs
13. Ensure VAT compliance
14. Forecast receipt timings from debtors
15. Forecast and budget for accounts receivable balances
16. Review account reconciliations
17. Report on accounts receivable balance to Japan, highlighting cash flow and inter-group impact
18. Maintain and confirm bank guarantees for foreign debtors
19. Supervise collection processes

KPA

• Keep overdue debtors within 2% of total debtor balance
• Maintain strict adherence to company policies and controls over receivables
• Build and support relationships with sales, external stakeholders, and internal teams
• Accurately project debtor balances and collection timings
• Timely reporting and escalation of overdue and risky debtors
• Participate in ad hoc projects related to accounts receivable

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Accounts receivable and collection processes
• Foreign exchange transactions
• VAT Act of South Africa
• MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• SAP (preferred)
• Financial and general accounting standards
• Working capital management
• Companies Act
• Knowledge of Motor Industry/Manufacturing (preferred)

CRITICAL ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent interpersonal and team skills
• Independent work ability
• Relationship management and business partnering skills
• Good communication skills
• Organizational and systematic approach
• Process management ability
• Problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel and system understanding
• Data analysis and interpretation skills
• Ability to enforce policies and controls without exception