Accounts Receivable Coordinator

This role requires you to administer and manage Accounts Receivable collections across the KFC & Pizza Hut Africa franchise system, including tracking and accounting for all receivables and ensuring compliance with Yum!’s Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (AFDA) policy. To ensure a world class accounting and control environment, in compliance with Yum’s accounting policies & International Franchise Agreements specifically focused on: -Performing timely & meaningful account reconciliations for Accounts Receivable -Own, streamline and optimize the collection process of all receivables which includes: All franchise related fees across South Africa and Rest of Africa markets (continuing fees, initial fees, renewal fees, transfer fees, advertising contributions, supply chain management fees, Add Hope fees) Trade cost recoveries (GES, ROCC, Aggregators, Customer Care, Tip-Offs, Digital Fund, Training etc.), Contractual fees with various third parties across both brands and related funds. To ensure accurate and timely weekly, periodic and quarterly financial reporting of Accounts Receivable. Responsibilities: Manage, track and account for receivables and collections across KFC and Pizza Hut Africa (> 16 countries) including enforcing Yum!’s AFDA policy: -Royalties/license & initial/renewal fees -Advertising and Supply Chain Management -Franchise trade charges & recoveries -Social Trust billings -Ad-hoc third party customer & vendor billings -Accurate foreign currency and withholding tax treatment Follow-up and account query resolution (including interaction with Franchise Business Consultants & Legal function) Assist with KFC & Pizza Hut period & quarterly reporting responsibilities as needed, including: -Preparing selected balance sheet account reconciliations (i.e. Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Intercompany accounts, etc., and clearing reconciling items on a timely basis) Managing of all accounts receivable queries in a timely and professional fashion (KFC and Pizza Hut) Optimizing billing processes within the financial application with specific focus on: -Automation, finding efficient ways of working. -Improving billing processes, controls and ensure compliance with internal and external audit. Communication required with Franchisees and customers, RSC employees, Legal function, Digital Function, US Head Office Control, Various cross functional teams (Development; Training; Marketing; SCM), Accounts Receivable Manager, Internal / External Auditors, Aggregators. Resolve reconciling items and variances through detailed analysis of monthly financial data, reconciliation of transactions arising from new technologies and sales channels, effective management of large data volumes, and proactive engagement with franchisees to resolve account queries and ensure data accuracy. Qualifications: 2–4 years of experience in a finance environment, with strong exposure to account reconciliations, accounts receivable processes, and working with external stakeholders. Advanced analytical and reconciliation skills, with the ability to interpret large data sets, identify discrepancies, and deliver accurate financial insights. Strong proficiency in Excel and financial systems (including JD Edwards), with excellent computer literacy across Microsoft Office applications. High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity, with a commitment to delivering quality work and maintaining strong financial controls. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and resolve queries with franchisees and other stakeholders. Strong problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment. Results-oriented and deadline-driven, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure while collaborating within a team environment.