REPORTING TO: CHIEF FINANCE MANAGER.
Basic Function
The position is accountable for the entire process, including
managing the Accounts Receivable policy as well as daily & weekly reviews
and monitoring of the portfolio & Payments of existing customers.
Assessment of regular payments by the clients with the goal of optimizing the
mix of company sales and avoidance & reduction of Non-performing
portfolio.
Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable Operations
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Maintain the corporate Accounts
Receivable policy, creating procedures and policies that ensure timely payments
while maintaining a high level of customer retention.
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Recommend changes in the Accounts
Receivable policy to senior management whenever necessary.
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Manage customer Accounts and Monitor
the same on a weekly basis.
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Work on the Client Defaulters
portfolio to eliminate Non-Performing Portfolio.
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Work with the Finance team on the
Repossession policy.
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Reconciling accounts Receivables on a
weekly basis.
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Liaising with customers, as well as
internal personnel including the sales team.
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Negotiation with Customers in
repayment proposals for the amount in arrears.
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Ensure Customers receive Statements
on a monthly basis.
·
Motivate the clients to enforce
collections.
Qualifications
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4+ years of credit experience in a
Financial Institution with a strong Credit Background: Bachelor’s degree in
Finance/business and experience with credit management preferred.
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Have a thorough knowledge of Accounts
Receivable Management.
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Have considerable experience with
customer negotiations.
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To have worked in a Financial
Institution or a reputable Micro Finance.
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Strong analytical skills and
attention to detail.
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Good business acumen for problem
solving.
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Competency with ERP systems.
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Confidence to deal with a range of
stakeholders.
·
Excellent time management skills and
ability to prioritize a demanding workload.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the above criteria are required to send
their applications to recruitment@optiven.co.ke with “Accounts Receivable” being the subject of the email
and with detailed CV, names & addresses of three referees. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note:We do not charge any fee for recruitment.
