Assistant Manager - Finance Business Partner (Accounts Receivable)
Job Purpose
Key Responsibilities Business Partnering
Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Sales, Customer Care, Legal, and Shared Services.
Support business units by providing financial advice and guidance on receivables, revenue, and customer account matters.
Participate in business initiatives and cross-functional projects to support company objectives.
Identify financial risks and recommend practical solutions to improve business performance.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on financial policies, processes, and controls.
Accounts Receivable Management
Oversee and monitor customer receivable balances on a regular basis.
Review aging reports and ensure timely follow-up on overdue balances.
Support collection activities and implement strategies to improve cash collections.
Monitor customer payment behavior and identify collection risks.
Review customer account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Evaluate bad debt provisions and recommend appropriate actions.
Review and support write-off requests in accordance with company policies.
Monitor and improve Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and other collection-related KPIs.
Revenue Recognition
Review and validate revenue recognition calculations in accordance with IFRS requirements.
Ensure accurate accounting treatment of customer transactions and contracts.
Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
Review reconciliations relating to revenue and receivables.
Identify and resolve revenue-related discrepancies and risks.
Support management reporting requirements relating to revenue performance.
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare and review monthly Accounts Receivable reports.
Analyze collection performance and outstanding receivable trends.
Provide insightful commentary on financial performance and key risks.
Prepare management reports and dashboards to support decision-making.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.
Perform variance analysis and recommend corrective actions where required.
Shared Services Coordination
Collaborate with Shared Services teams to ensure efficient processing of Accounts Receivable activities.
Monitor service delivery against agreed service levels.
Resolve operational issues impacting collections and reporting.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of data received from Shared Services functions.
Support continuous improvement and standardization initiatives.
Internal Controls & Governance
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain strong financial controls across Accounts Receivable processes.
Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements.
Ensure proper documentation and audit trails are maintained.
Support governance initiatives and risk management activities.
Audit & Compliance
Act as the primary contact for internal and external audit requests related to Accounts Receivable.
Support audit fieldwork and provide required documentation.
Ensure timely closure of audit observations and recommendations.
Support compliance with IFRS, VAT, Corporate Tax, and company financial policies.
Process Improvement & Automation
Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiencies.
Support implementation of finance transformation projects.
Improve reporting effectiveness through technology and system enhancements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen controls and operational efficiency.
Support ERP upgrades, integrations, and system enhancement projects.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related discipline.
CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Experience
Minimum 5-8 years of relevant finance experience.
Strong experience in Accounts Receivable, collections, and revenue accounting.
Experience in business partnering and stakeholder management.
Exposure to high-volume transaction environments.
Experience with month-end close and financial reporting processes.
Previous experience in real estate, construction, property development, or large corporate environments is advantageous.
Technical Skills
Accounts Receivable Management
Revenue Recognition
IFRS Reporting
Credit Control & Collections
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Budgeting & Forecasting
Cash Flow Management
VAT & Corporate Tax Compliance
ERP Systems
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Power BI or similar reporting tools