MANAGER CREDIT at Ethiopian Sky Technologies

• Position: MANAGER CREDIT

• Deadline: February, 29/2024 

Summary:

Directs the timely collection and reconciliation of credit card sales, formulates credit and collection policies and procedures, approves credit lines, and monitors collection activities and recommends decisions based on the activities; Develops and recommends policies to ensure maximum yields from the use of the company’s funds, ensures that major corporate commitments are paid on the due date and without fail.

N.B.: This position description intends to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by this position. The incubator may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this summary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

People

• To supervise the activities of the credit staff to achieve an efficient and effective performance of each duties and responsibility.

• To schedule credit meetings at least once a month.

• To work closely with the Accounts Receivable Supervisor and/ or Clerk to follow up on overdue accounts.

Guest Experience

• To conduct credit investigations so that an intelligent informed decision of a customer’s creditworthiness, character, and ability to pay may be ascertained to justify the extension of credit.

• To maintain good relations with hotel customers including but not limited to wholesalers, corporate clients, hotel guests, travel agents, tour operators, function organizers, airlines, government, etc.

• Handles all customer queries in a timely and effective manner, using preventative rather than curative measures.

Responsible Business

• To conduct credit investigations so that an intelligent informed decision of a customer’s creditworthiness, character, and ability to pay may be ascertained to justify extension of credit.

• Ensure the collection of accounts receivable is kept current and follow up closely on over-aged accounts.

• To review supporting documents verifying the accuracy of the balance of receivables.

• To recommend the write-off of uncollectible accounts only after a comprehensive pursuit of outstanding monies has taken place.

• To report immediately any unfavorable information received affecting a customer’s credit standing so that appropriate action may be taken.

• Ensure that all credit application forms are approved and updated annually.

• To maintain an up-to-date Credit Manual and ensure that they are strictly adhered to and enforced.

• Ensure that the number of debtor days outstanding is within the acceptable range as stipulated in the policies and procedures manual.

• Ensures that the month-end processes are completed in a timely and accurate manner.

• Review Daily High Balance Report on In-House guests and take appropriate follow-up actions if necessary

• Ensures the timely and accurate entry of all credits to the various accounts.

Financial

• Proactively follows up on any outstanding accounts to ensure the hotel is protected from loss.

• Processes and controls all sundry payments made by credit card

Delegated Responsibilities:

• Manager Credit exercises control over the duties and responsibilities, that he/she has delegated to the following position:

Supervisor Account Receivable

Administer and maintain collection for all delinquent accounts; Develop and recommend policies to ensure Performing daily financial transactions, ensure Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger.

Job Requirments

Educationa & Experience:

• Minimum of BA Degree in Accounting / Accounting & Finance/ Accounting Information Systems or related field of studies with a minimum of 9 years relevant work experience in a hotel.                     

OR

• MA Degree in Accounting / Accounting & Finance/ Accounting Information Systems or related field of studies with a minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in a hotel.

Essential Competencies: It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Proficient oral and written English communication skills.

• Good communication skills and commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.

• Strong leadership skills

• Positive attitude

• Excellent planning and organizing skills

• Strongly committed to teamwork and customer service

• A high level of organization, constant follow-through, and meticulous attention to detail.

• Effective time management and self-motivation in working independently toward team goals.

• The ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to unexpected tasks and challenges.

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and lead a team.

How to apply

If you’re interested, please submit your application in person to the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel Human Resources Office or you can send your resume to Careers@ethiopianskylighthotel.com before February 29, 2024.

Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to hearing from you