Accounts Receivable Manager, Cape Town

A well-established food import, export, and distribution company is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Manager to oversee the full debtors’ function, including credit control, collections, reconciliations, and credit risk management.

The successful candidate will ensure timely receipt of payments, effective resolution of account queries, compliance with company credit policies, and proactive debt recovery processes.

Requirements

• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
• High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Proactive, analytical, and commercially aware

Key Responsibilities

• Approve and manage new debtor accounts and customer data on SAP
• Handle customer queries, claims, and credit notes
• Oversee reconciliations, payment allocations, and debtor ageing
• Monitor overdue accounts and manage collections and recoveries
• Ensure accurate reporting, audits, and monthly reconciliations
• Liaise with credit insurers and financial institutions
• Ensure compliance with credit policies and insurance requirements
• Manage debtor legal handovers where necessary
• Lead and support the Debtors Team, ensuring KPI achievement
• Provide weekly and monthly debtor reports and analysis
• Improve credit control and debt recovery processes

Qualifications & Skills

• Matric with Mathematics and Accounting
• Credit Management Diploma or Degree
• Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel essential)
• Credit vetting experience required
• SAP experience advantageous
• Experience with retail and wholesale accounts preferred

Experience Required