Accounts Receivable Team Leader - Johannesburg at Biocair

, , South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Sep, 26

Salary

400000.0

Posted On

09 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Receivable Management, Credit Control, Cash Allocation, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Financial Reporting, Customer Onboarding, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Sage X3, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, Audit Coordination, Billing, Dunning Process, Talent Development

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

A wonderful opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Team Leader to join global Life Science Logistics organisation. Reporting to the Global AR Manager, the Accounts Receivable Team Leader is an important role within the Global Finance team at Biocair. The leadership of AR Specialists based in the South Africa region and day-to-day supervision to ensure the smooth running of operations in the region. Including performance appraisal review, monitoring of team workload, and team productivity. The role will work closely with Operations, Sales, Accounts Payable, and Treasury and the duties include customer onboarding, credit control, cash allocation, monitoring shared inbox, daily/bulk invoicing, raising credit notes/rebates, assisting with audit queries, and providing training. Day to Day Management, this is including but not limited to: * SMART Goal setting and review * Performance appraisal review * Monitoring and assurance of mandatory training completion by all team members * Recruitment and talent development * Monitoring time and attendance, and adherence to company agreed working patterns AR Duties: • Management of the AR team in South Africa, including responsibility for the overall delivery of the team in cash collection and billing. • Prioritise collection activities to maximise cash receipts and to minimise write-offs • Issuing credit hold notifications after consultation management • To ensure that daily invoicing and cash allocation tasks are completed • To ensure that daily customer onboarding tasks are completed • Assist with any account reconciliation issues • Issue dunning letters for overdue customer accounts following review with AR Manager • Identify accounts to be shifted to a collection agency and recommend bad debt write-offs on a quarterly basis • Create weekly/monthly reports • Issue credit request forms as part of new customer onboarding process and track responses • Coordinate with sales team to obtain appropriate reference information • Make credit recommendations based on responses received and notify appropriate finance and operations team members of any action needed Adhoc tasks will include: * Downloading Daily Banking information and posting and allocating cash receipts * Development and maintenance of SOPs for AR role * Dealing with external audit queries What You'll Bring: * Previous experience of supervising an Accounts Receivable team * Experienced in Microsoft office products, particularly Outlook & Excel * Proven experience of working in an Accounts environment * Preferably experience of using Sage X3 or similar system * Strong organisational skills and a keen attention to detail * Excellent project management skills and prioritisation * A positive, “can do” approach to work * Ability to work to tight deadlines and balance multiple priorities * Ability to question and investigate * Comfortable working independently and as part of a team * Excellent communication skills and ability to build and manage relationships with stakeholders at variety of levels. * Propensity to embrace technology and drive digital innovation. What We Offer You: * Competitive salary: ZAR 360,000 – ZAR 400,000 per annum * Comprehensive benefits including: * Group Life * Medical Aid * Enhanced Maternity Leave * Pension * 20 days annual leave + volunteering leave + birthday leave * Employee Assistance Programme * Work Structure: * Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 17:30 * Fully onsite at our Johannesburg office (Kempton Park 1619) * Career Growth: * Opportunity to shape global operations and develop your career within a growing global organisation To learn more about Biocair, please visit us at: https://www.biocair.com/ [https://www.biocair.com/] Diversity & Inclusion: Biocair is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, included, valued and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact: globaltalentacquisition@biocair.com [globaltalentacquisition@biocair.com] Right to Work: Biocair values diversity and strives to build a culture where everyone feels welcome and included. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Please note: * Applicants must have the right to work in South Africa * Visa sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. * Prior to being offered the role, you will be required to complete and pass MIE and Credit Checks. How We Recruit: Once we have received your application, our Talent Acquisition (TA) team aims to respond within 3 working days. The process typically includes: 1. Initial TA screening (Teams) 2. First-stage interview (Teams) 3. Second-stage interview (onsite) This gives you the opportunity to meet key stakeholders and experience the team and environment firsthand. Additional Information: * Applications close on: Tuesday 16th June 2026 (we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive enough applications). #LI-DNI

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the Accounts Receivable team in South Africa to ensure efficient cash collection, billing, and customer onboarding. Manage team productivity through SMART goal setting, performance appraisals, and coordination with Sales and Operations departments.