Accounts Receivable Controller โ SPAR Group โ Johannesburg โ Apply Now
Job Opportunity:
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Company: SPAR Group South Africa
Position Type: Permanent
Published: 1 week ago
Industry: Retail / FMCG / Finance
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
SPAR Group is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Controller to join its dynamic finance team in Johannesburg.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the debtorsโ book, ensuring the accuracy of customer accounts, minimising overdue balances, and producing insightful financial reporting.
This position requires strong analytical and communication skills, leadership capability, and hands-on experience in credit control and account reconciliation.
Key Responsibilities
Debtors & Credit Control Management
-Reconcile customer accounts and monitor overdue balances.
-Collect outstanding monies on problematic or high-risk accounts.
-Liaise with store and distribution centre (DC) accounts staff to resolve queries and claims promptly.
-Ensure all journals and adjustments are processed accurately and timeously.
-Maintain professional relationships with retailers to support positive account management.
Cash & Payment Control
-Allocate all direct payments received and balance them against daily banking records.
-Prepare accurate and timely cash forecasts.
-Monitor and report on overdue accounts and pending claims weekly and monthly.
Staff Supervision & Development
–Lead, train, and supervise Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerks.
-Manage performance and provide support to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
-Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the department.
Reporting & Analysis
-Produce weekly and monthly AR reports and ageing analyses.
-Perform financial and account analysis for management review.
-Resolve account discrepancies and claims through the Gateway Portal.
-Conduct account reviews and reassessments in line with credit policies.
Minimum Requirements
Education:
- Matric (Grade 12) โ essential
- Degree or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field โ required
Experience:
- 3โ5 yearsโ experience in a similar Accounts Receivable or Debtors Control role
- Advanced computer literacy (MS Excel & MS Word essential)
- SAP experience required
- Strong financial accounting and analytical background
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills
- Strong problem-solving and query-resolution ability
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills
- Works well under pressure and meets deadlines
- Team player with initiative and accountability
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all reporting
- Valid Driverโs Licence and ability to travel when required
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