Account Receivable Regional Coordinator - Africa

Job Summary
To provide financial, clerical and administrative services to ensure efficient, timely and accurate payment of accounts under his or her control.
Minimum Qualification:
Degree
Experience Level:
Mid level
Experience Length:
2 years
Job Description
Main Job Duties and Responsibilities.
Work closely with the Sales and the broader Finance teams to support the AR and credit risk control and management in the region.
maintain up-to-date billing system
generate and send out invoices
follow up on, collect and allocate payments
carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines
perform account reconciliations
monitor customer account details for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
research and resolve payment discrepancies
generate age analysis
review AR aging to ensure compliance
maintain accounts receivable customer files and records
follow established procedures for processing receipts, cash etc
process credit card payments
prepare bank deposits
investigate and resolve customer queries
process adjustments
develop a recovery system and initiate collection efforts
communicate with customers via phone, email, mail or personally
assist with month-end closing
collect data and prepare monthly metrics
Prepare the monthly Credit Committee presentation pack
Education and Experience
Finance and Accounting degree preferred but not a must.
Knowledge of accounts receivable
Knowledge of office administration and procedures
Knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures
Knowledge of general accounting principals
Proficient in relevant computer software
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements
2-5 years accounts receivable and general accounting experience
Key Skills and Competencies
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good verbal and written communication skills
Organizational skills
Information management
Problem analysis and problem solving skills
Team member
Stress tolerance
Sense of urgency
Tenacious
Customer service skills
Ability to speak French is a plus but not must have.