Accounts Receivables Job in Kenya (45K)

Accounts Receivables Accountant
Our client is a leading food products distribution company in Kenya. They seek to hire a diligent, organized debt collector to follow up on delayed payment on behalf of the company.

Responsibilities

·         Keep track of assigned accounts to identify outstanding debts

·         Plan course of action to recover outstanding payments
·         Locate and contact debtors to inquire of their payment status, by calling and visiting.
·         Negotiate payoff deadlines or payment plans
·         Handle questions or complaints from the customers
·         Investigate and resolve discrepancies
·         Create trust relationships with debtors when possible to avoid future issues
·         Update accounts status and database regularly and give reports
·         Alert superiors of debtors unwilling or unable to pay when necessary
·         Comply with legal requirements always and when legal action is unavoidable
·         Record and update full and complete account information to aid in account resolution.
·         Follow up on promise to pay and payment commitment accounts to ensure a positive resolution and client satisfaction

Requirements

·         Proven experience as debt collector for 2-3years
·         Must have CPA-K and atleast 1 year experince as an accountant
·         Experience in working with targets and tight deadlines
·         Knowledge of relevant legal requirements
·         Working knowledge of MS Office and databases
·         Excellent communication and people skills
·         Great negotiating and persuading skills
·         Ability to be polite and compassionate without lacking confidence and persistence
How to Apply