Purpose of the role

The role exists in order work closely with finance department to protect and enhance the company revenue streams by means of effectively tracking payments .

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor a credit control system in collaboration with sales and marketing, finance and executive team members.
• Establish policies that follow customer service best practices while ensuring customers submit payments on time.
• Check consumer credit reports, approve or deny applications and communicate decisions to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Negotiate payment plans with consumers and set loan terms and conditions accordingly
• Maintain loan records, conduct regular analysis of the credit-control system and implement changes as needed to reduce bad debts.
• Report any payment issues to management or the appropriate team.
• Follow up on overdue invoices and payments and implement company collections procedures as necessary.
• Look for ways to improve debt collection processes.

Experience and Qualifications

• Diploma or better in accounting or related field, (ACCA, ZICA)
• Fully paid ZICA member
• Previous experience in financial accounting role will be added advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in preparing corporate tax returns.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.