Credit Officer
Job Description
Principal Responsibilities
- Manage receivables for assigned key accounts and ensure queries and overdue balances are resolved / cleared in a timely manner,
- Monitor actual collections against target and take necessary actions,
- Assist with evaluating creditworthiness and risks,
- Liaise with Customers and Sales Personnel with respect to queries relating to the Credit function,
- Monitor and report to management on return cheques,
- Research and resolve payment discrepancies,
- Prepare, maintain and submit reports as required.
Key Competences
- Good analytical skills,
- Good oral and written communication skills,
- High level of confidentiality and integrity,
- High level of initiative,
- Strong persuasion and negotiation skills,
- Ability to work independently and deliver timely results with minimal supervision,
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles and applications,
- Practical knowledge of Microsoft tools in particular Excel.
Minimum Education & Experience
- BSc in Accounting, Finance, Management Studies or related field.
- At least 3 years accounting experience
- Sound knowledge of Credit practices and General Consumption Tax
- Working knowledge of IFRS9 would be an asset.
