Summary

The Officer: Accounts Receivable is responsible for airline billing and management of receivables, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely collections, and proper recording of revenue using enterprise resource planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue invoices to airlines for airport charges, services, and related fees in accordance with applicable tariffs and agreements.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and ensure timely follow-up and collection of payments.
• Record revenue transactions accurately and reconcile receivables with billing and payment records.
• Maintain and update airline and customer account records, ensuring accuracy of billing information.
• Communicate with airlines and customers regarding outstanding invoices and payment status.
• Identify billing discrepancies and coordinate with relevant departments to resolve issues.
• Enter and update billing and receivable data in enterprise resource planning systems.
• Prepare reports on receivables aging, collections, and outstanding balances.
• Ensure billing and receivables processes comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain proper records of invoices, payments, and correspondence with customers.

 

Education and Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• ACCA, CPA (Tanzania or equivalent), CIMA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in both English and Swahili.

 

Requirements

• 2–4 years’ experience in accounts receivable, billing, or finance roles.
• Experience in aviation billing, airport charges, or high-volume receivables environments is an added advantage.

 

Characteristics

• Knowledge of billing and accounts receivable processes.
• Ability to perform revenue recording and reconciliation.
• Financial data entry and reporting skills.
• Experience using ERP systems for billing and receivables.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Analytical thinking ability.
• Ability to manage deadlines.
• Ability to follow up on collections.
• Ability to coordinate with finance and operational teams.
• Responsiveness to customer queries.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies.

 

Reporting To

Lead: Accounting & Tax