Accounts Assistant-Receivables

Accounts Assistant Receivables Jobs in Lusaka at PARROGATE GINNERIES LIMITED

PARROGATE GINNERIES LIMITED is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant – Receivables to join our team in Lusaka, Zambia. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their career in finance, especially within accounts assistant receivables jobs in Lusaka. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the company’s receivables processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely collections.

Key Responsibilities for Accounts Assistant Receivables Jobs in Lusaka

• Invoice Processing & Billing: Prepare, issue, and monitor customer invoices and credit notes according to company policy, ensuring prompt delivery to clients.
• Payments & Reconciliation: Track incoming payments, post receipts to customer accounts, perform daily bank reconciliations, and reconcile the accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger monthly.
• Credit Control & Collections: Proactively follow up on overdue accounts through emails, phone calls, and statements. Negotiate payment plans and escalate delinquent accounts professionally while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate weekly aged debtor reports, Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) analysis, and cash flow forecasts for management. Identify trends and recommend strategies to reduce debtor days.
• Customer Query Resolution: Act as the first point of contact for billing inquiries, resolving disputes and discrepancies quickly in collaboration with Sales and Operations teams.
• Compliance & Records Management: Ensure all receivables activities comply with company credit policies, Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) requirements, and ZICA accounting standards. Maintain complete, audit-ready documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identify and support initiatives to streamline billing and collection procedures. Assist in updating receivables standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Education: Grade 12 School Certificate with 5 O’Levels including Mathematics and English. A Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. ZICA membership or part qualification is an advantage.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, TALLY, SAP, or similar ERP systems. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, and SUMIFS are essential.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, strong numeracy and analytical abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Personal Attributes: Demonstrates integrity and professionalism, capable of handling confidential information, with strong time management skills to meet month-end deadlines.
• Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Class B Driver’s License and willingness to travel to client sites when necessary.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to submit their applications via email to hr.vamara@parrogate.com.zm. Please include a detailed CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.