The Credit & Collections Administrator’s main responsibility is to reduce the Company’s overall debt.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting / Management Studies
At least two (2) years’ experience in Accounting, experience in Credit & Collections
Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Office software applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other graphic software)
Ability to implement company policies and procedures
Responsibilities
Reviewing and approving as appropriate, all orders for delivery
Reviewing customer accounts for authenticity of transactions
Liaising with customers on all matters relating to their account
Conducting regular customer information reviews; update as required to ensure current and accurate information is available
Ensuring that the Company’s credit and collections policy, as well as credit and payment terms are communicated to all new customers
Reviewing accounts for credit-worthiness
Developing payment plans with customers, with the approval of the Credit & Collections Manager, to liquidate overdue balances
Making recommendations to the Credit & Collections Manager, Credit & Collections Supervisor and/or Credit & Collections Committee re. the credit worthiness of new applicants
Preparing timely reports for use in Credit & Collections Committee meetings
Ensuring the Group’s policy re. Returned Cheques is enforced
Liaising with Collection Agencies where applicable to enforce collection
Liaising with External Auditors as required
Ensuring compliance with all regulations – legal, statutory, ISO9001 (where applicable) etc.
Keeping abreast of global trends and government policy changes and their possible effects on the Group’s ability to collect (Attend workshops and seminars where applicable)
Conducting any other general duties reasonably assigned