Receivables Lead - La Mercy

Recruiter:

Hewitt Colenbrander Recruitment / HC Recruit

Job Ref:

DBN000292/KP

Date posted:

Monday, June 22, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
DBN000292 - Receivables Lead - La Mercy

Purpose of the Job:

To lead the Accounts Receivable function by ensuring timely collections, healthy cash flow, and efficient debtors processes.

Required Qualifications:

Bookkeeping qualification with 3+ years’ experience in a similar role.
Accounting/Finance degree advantageous.
Skilled in Sage X3, Microsoft Excel, and Google Sheets.

POSITION INFO:
Technical Competencies & Experience:

Lead and mentor a team of debtors clerks.
Manage the full Accounts Receivable (AR) process, including invoicing, collections, credit control, and cash flow optimisation.
Monitor customer accounts, credit limits, and payment terms while resolving overdue accounts and disputes.
Ensure accurate invoice processing, reconciliations, GL allocations, and timely submission of customer statements and portal uploads.
Handling account queries, supporting customer onboarding, and delivering excellent service.
Prepare and analyse AR reports, debtor ageing, cash flow forecasts, and performance metrics.
Manage month-end processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, revenue recognition, provisions, and reporting accuracy.

Behavioral Competencies:

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Able to work independently and collaboratively under pressure to meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and commitment to ethics.

Please Note - Should you not hear back from us within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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