We are looking for an experienced Head of Debtors to work within the Finance Department. The Head of Debtors Control is responsible for managing and overseeing the debtors' department, ensuring efficient and effective management of accounts receivable and debt collection. The role involves developing and implementing strategies to optimize debtors' performance, minimize bad debts, and maintain a healthy cash flow. Duties would include, but not be limited to: Debtors' Management: Oversee the debtors' department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, credit notes, and payments. Debtors' Onboarding: Oversee debtors onboarding processed to ensure accurate financial record, efficient communication, and a strong foundation for managing accounts receivables. Debt Collection: Manage debt collection processes, including chasing payments, negotiating settlements, and escalating delinquent accounts. Cash Flow Management: Monitor and forecast CF receipts from debtors, identifying potential cash shortfalls and implementing corrective actions. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with debtors, such as bad debts, fraud, and disputes. Team Management: Lead and develop a team of debtors' clerks, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. Process Improvement: Continuously review and improve debtors' processes, implementing efficient and effective systems. Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular reports and analysis on debtors' performance, cash flow, and credit control. Monthly closure tasks, reviews, and reporting. Annual/Quarterly Stats SA Reporting as required. Maintenance of services items, pricing, and increases on Business Central and linking to Metacom Online Billing System. Monthly VAT and EMP calculations, reconciliations, submissions. Annual Audits: Assist with external audit requests and preparation of audit files. Assist with supplier payments as needed - Back-up for Head of Creditors Control Minimum Requirements and Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Completed articles would be to your advantage (SAIPA or SAICA) Professional certification would be to your advantage. Minimum 5 years' experience in debtors' control, credit management, or related field Advance knowledge of MS Office (especially excel) Proficiency in accounting software and systems – experience with Microsoft 365 Business Central/MS Navision would be to your advantage. Other Attributes and competencies: Strong leadership and management skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to analyse financial data and make informed decisions. Strategic thinking Problem-solving Time management Organizational skills Deadline, and solutions driven and ability to work under pressure. Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching and development skills. Able to use own initiative and be innovative. Keep abreast of legislative and financial changes. Ability to create the ultimate customer experience by delivering optimal customer service, able to maintain and support client relationships. Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail Apply Now

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