Cash App **Job brief** We are looking for a competent Cash Application Lead to ensure accurate records of cash-received into the Business from clients is maintained. To ensure an accurate and up-to-date AR picture is available, to assist the Collections team in driving down debt. To liaise with the other AR sub-teams, to ensure a smooth process of communication on client payments and any issues arising. **Minimum Experience, Education and Certification** • Graduation in Commerce, MBA - Finance or equivalent combination of education in finance domain • Requires 5+ years relevant experience **Technical Skills** + Responsible for accounting analysis, reports, and projects + Reviews journal entries including supporting documentation to ensure accurate reporting + Provides suggestions for improving processes performed within the team + Proficiency with Office software + Outstanding leadership and managerial skills + ERP – SAP (Mandatory) + Reviewing BRS **Soft Skills** + Solid knowledge of relevant accounting principles (i.e. GAAP) + Good data analysis skills + Timely feedback to employees + Comfortable working with targets **Job Responsibilities** + Audit/check and verify daily Bank deposits + Preparation of Monthly AR Dashboard and review meeting with leadership + Assist in forensic analysis of aged items and on-account payments to ensure open items are identified and closed out + Interaction with stakeholders and rectification of all issues raised + Utilize available internal and external software and hardware tools to maximize productivity while maintaining transaction integrity + Able to analyse variance in customer ledger posting & bank discrepancies + Timely review of audit queries and process overview sessions with auditors + Continuous process improvements for cash applications + Meet Cash Application KPI’s + Day to day processing/review/quality check of cash received to appropriate clients and invoices + Expertise in Month end close activities and Sub Ledger Vs. GL Reconciliations + Good knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel + Provides support and written documentation as required to support cash application for SOX controls and audits