Our client, an International School based in Nairobi, Kenya is seeking to recruit an Accounts Receivable Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all matters relating to students’ fees and debtors are handled effectively and efficiently and reported in a timely, accurate and effective manner, maximising collections and cash flow and assisting with procedures to recover old/default debt.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead a team of 4-5 AR Accountants across 8 schools, ensuring a 98%+ collections rate. Manage team growth, solve complex issues, and present collections updates to Head Office.
- Ensure accurate and timely invoicing for students, co-curricular activities, and trips.
- Handle parent queries and provide statements to resolve discrepancies and settle debts.
- Maintain accurate records of students, fee schedules, and billing details across campuses.
- Ensure payments are recorded promptly against the correct accounts and investigate unallocated receipts.
- Regularly analyze accounts for accuracy, generate aged debtor reports, and follow up on overdue debts.
- Negotiate payment plans with parents, track deadlines, and support external debt collection efforts.
- Maintain staff debtors’ records and ensure overdue requisitions/floats are submitted to HR for payroll deduction.
- Ensure proper record filing, compliance with debtor management policies, and support legal actions for bad debts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting with Full CPA-K or ACCA.
- 5 years of accounting experience, at least 2 in receivables.
- Proven knowledge of accounts Receivables with attention to detail.
- Experience in high-volume invoicing and strong communication skills.
- Able to manage the Accounts Receivable Department effectively.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
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