Summary

To manage and maintain the company’s accounts receivable function by ensuring customer accounts are accurate, reconciled, and well controlled. The role ensures timely collections, proper credit control, and reliable reporting to support strong cash flow and financial discipline across all distribution centres

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer accounts in the ERP system
• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of customer, bank, and GL accounts
• Ensure all receipts, invoices, and adjustments are properly recorded

• Monitor customer balances and follow up on overdue accounts
• Support enforcement of credit limits and payment terms
• Assist in assessing customer risk and escalating concerns where needed

• Track customer payments and ensure timely allocation
• Follow up on outstanding balances with internal and external stakeholders
• Support efforts to reduce overdue debt and improve cash collection

• Review sales and receivables data from all DCs for accuracy
• Ensure compliance with company policies, EFD requirements, and SOPs
• Support resolution of DC related accounting issues

• Prepare weekly and monthly receivables reports
• Maintain customer aging reports and highlight overdue balances
• Support preparation of management accounts and financial analysis

• Ensure adherence to company financial policies and procedures
• Support internal and external audit requirements
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of receivables records

• Liaise with Sales, Operations, and DC teams on customer issues
• Engage with banks and auditors as required
• Support smooth communication between finance and business teams

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA (T) or equivalent (ACCA is an advantage)

Requirements

• 3–5 years in accounting or receivables role
• Experience in FMCG, agriculture, or distribution environment is an advantage
• ERP system experience (Palladium, SAP, Oracle, or similar)

Characteristics

• Execution Excellence
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Collaboration
• Integrity

• Based in Iringa
• Occasional travel to distribution centres
• Fast-paced operational finance environment.

Reporting To

Chief Accountant/ Finance Manager