About the position
Invoice to Cash Manager
Location: Gauteng
Reports to: Finance Lead
My client (FMCG) is looking for an experienced Invoice to Cash Manager with strong leadership capabilities and a proven background in finance and accounts receivable/payable. The role is responsible for managing the full invoice-to-cash cycle, including credit risk management, claims resolution, AR/AP oversight, reporting, and process cleansing. This position plays a critical role in ensuring data integrity, driving cash flow optimization, and implementing policy and process improvements across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
1. Invoice-to-Cash Operations
Oversee the full I2C process including invoicing, claims management, AR & AP, and cash allocation.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting of AR balances, overdue accounts, and claims status.
- Lead initiatives to cleanse AR ledgers and resolve legacy issues.
- Partner with cross-functional teams (finance, commercial, logistics) to streamline invoice-to-cash processes.
2. Risk & Reporting
Provide detailed risk analysis, including credit risk assessments and solvency checks.
- Consolidate and present accurate monthly reports on AR, DSO, provisions, and claims.
- Drive transparency and accountability in reporting for senior leadership.
3. Process Improvement & Policy Development
Champion continuous improvement within the I2C process, identifying inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
- Review, update, and implement policies, procedures, and SOPs to align with best practice.
- Support finance digitization/automation initiatives and reporting enhancements.
4. People Leadership
Manage, coach, and develop a diverse team
- Foster a high-performance culture, ensuring clear objectives, accountability, and succession planning.
- Lead with strong communication and motivation, ensuring collaboration across teams and functions.
Key Requirements
Qualifications
Accounting degree / diploma or equivalent.
- Credit Management or related certification advantageous.
- Data analysis training beneficial.
Experience
5+ years' management experience within FMCG, Retail, or Distribution environments.
- Strong background in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Invoice-to-Cash processes.
- Experience with Electronic data interchange, automation/digitilization projects
- A working knowledge of credit-related law
- Proven success in managing large debtor books and high transaction volumes.
- Experience with credit policies, claims resolution, and finance controls.
- Exposure to automation/digitization projects in finance (advantageous).
Skills & Competencies
Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Analytical mindset with advanced reporting and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent stakeholder management across finance, commercial, and supply chain.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
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