Senior Accounts Receivable Manager

Recruiter:

O'Brien Recruitment

Job Ref:

1623939918

Date posted:

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Senior Accounts Receivable Manager

Location: Western Cape
Industry: Retail / FMCG
Employment Type: Permanent

A well-established national retail organisation is seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Accounts Receivable Manager to lead and manage its credit risk, collections, and receivables function.

This role is critical in optimising cash flow, minimising financial risk, and ensuring compliance with internal controls, credit policies, and relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage overall credit risk exposure across the division
Lead credit assessments for new and existing customers
Implement and manage effective collection strategies for overdue accounts
Negotiate and manage payment arrangements with customers experiencing financial difficulty
Manage securities registers, bond perfections, and liquidations
Engage and instruct attorneys on legal and high-risk accounts
Ensure compliance with the FIC Act, National Credit Act, and related regulations
Lead and manage the accounts receivable team
Attend and drive outcomes of weekly credit meetings
Provide accurate reporting, insights, and strategic recommendations
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Minimum Requirements

Relevant Accounting qualification and Credit Management certification
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior accounts receivable or credit management role
Strong working knowledge of credit and insolvency legislation
Proficiency in SAP and other ERP systems
Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Proven leadership capability
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Application

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in a confidential career opportunity, please submit your CV for consideration.

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