Accounts Receivable Officer at JimCab Services Ltd

Accounts Receivable Officer at JimCab Services Ltd – JimCab Services Ltd Kenya Job Details

About the Role

JimCab Services Ltd is recruiting an Accounts Receivable Officer to manage the complete revenue collection lifecycle. This full-time position in Kenya is essential for ensuring that client invoices are processed accurately, payments are collected on schedule, and customer accounts remain healthy. The successful candidate will oversee billing operations, credit management, and collections activities while maintaining compliance with company financial policies.

As an Accounts Receivable Officer at JimCab Services Ltd, you will work at the intersection of finance operations and client relationships, balancing the need for prompt payment recovery with professional customer service. This role requires someone with hands-on experience in accounts receivable functions and the ability to manage multiple clients and payment deadlines simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Issue invoices, credit notes, debit notes, and customer statements on schedule and with complete accuracy.
• Review pricing data, billing details, and transaction records to confirm correctness and alignment with established company guidelines.
• Track customer account balances and allocate incoming receipts and payments to the correct accounts without delay.
• Monitor amounts owed by customers and contact clients proactively to secure payment within the agreed credit period.
• Perform account reconciliations and address billing discrepancies or payment disputes quickly and fairly.
• Track credit limits and spending thresholds per customer contract, flagging credit risk to management when needed.
• Prepare ageing schedules for outstanding receivables and suggest steps to reduce overdue balances.
• Help execute debt recovery for past-due accounts and coordinate the escalation procedure with senior staff.
• Keep accurate records for VAT compliance and customer documentation requirements.
• Produce monthly or periodic reports on collection metrics, debtor information, and revenue performance trends.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• CPA Part II certification or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• A minimum of 2 years’ hands-on experience in accounts receivable, credit control, revenue compliance, or similar accounting roles.
• Competence with accounting software or ERP platforms such as Sage, QuickBooks, SAP, or comparable systems.
• Strong ability to work with Microsoft Excel and produce financial reports.
• Precise attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial records.
• Solid problem-solving and analytical capability when resolving payment or billing issues.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with internal teams and external customers.

What to Expect

• You will manage end-to-end billing cycles and work to keep receivable balances current and healthy.
• Performance is measured by the accuracy of invoicing, the speed of collections, the age of outstanding balances, and the resolution of customer queries.
• This Accounts Receivable Officer at JimCab Services Ltd position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.

Method of Application

Submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Accounts Receivable Officer Application”.