Key responsibilities:
Assist in setting up the credit control systems
Oversight of the credit control daily and ensure the monthly collection targets are met.
Ensure that debts are paid in a timely manner
Meet cash & debtor day targets set by the company
Chase overdue invoices by telephone, email & letter within agreed timescales
Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity
Regular meetings with relevant stakeholders to ensure all relevant debts are managed as necessary
Identify changes in payment patterns and proactively propose action to avert indebtedness
Ensure that all transactions are compliant with set regulations
Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms
Provide accurate advice on billing queries
Respond promptly and completely to both client and internal enquiries
Propose write off of irrecoverable WIP and disbursements
Providing ad-hoc reporting as and when requested
Post payments to accounts and allocate as required
Undertake account reconciliations as required
Ensure monthly processing deadlines are met as required
Send out monthly client statements/letters as may be agreed from time to time
Develop the credit management capability within the practice
Other duties as delegated from time to time by the line manager or any other person designated in their absence
Keep the partnership up to date with new credit management techniques and practices
Requirements
Qualifications required:
Minimum academic qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or any relevant field
Qualifications as an added advantage: CPA K
Professional registration:
Experience required:
General work experience (years): 5 years
Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 3 years
Industry:
Key competencies and skills:
Analytical skills
Persuasive
Communication Skills
Planning & organising skills
Conflict resolution skills
Effective communication skills
Language requirements:
English
Kiswahili
Computer literacy:
Microsoft Office packages
ERP systems
Personality profile:
Positive
Employee-centric
Fast-paced and prompt
Achievement oriented
Energetic and Enthusiastic
Self-motivated
Focused
High level of integrity
Additional/specific work requirements:
Good understanding of Letter of Credit
Good understanding of Bank Guarantees / Personal Guarantees
Ability to analyse financial statements