Accounts Receiveables Manager Job At Ericsson – Lagos, Nigeria

Ericsson Overview 

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, and more than 40 percent of the world’s mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business and society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people and society to help shape a more sustainable world. 

We are truly a global company, working across borders in 175 countries, offering a diverse, performance-driven culture and an innovative and engaging environment where employees enhance their potential everyday. Our employees live our vision, core values and guiding principles. They share a passion to win and a high responsiveness to customer needs that in turn makes us a desirable partner to our clients. To ensure professional growth, Ericsson offers a stimulating work experience, continuous learning and growth opportunities that allow you to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to reach your career goals. 

Job Summary
The Collector is the main driver to collect payments before or on due date in order to contribute to EricssonĂ•s cash flow. The Collector is continuously following up on resolution of collection issues/disputes with both internal stakeholders and the customer. All collection activities aim to ensure that outstanding invoices are paid in time and future business is not jeopardized. 

Responsibilities & Tasks 

  • Initiate and document periodic review meetings
  • Continuous follow-up of statement of accounts, both internally and externally.
  • Analyze and support resolution of disputes.
  • Advice to the Treasury & Credit manager on payment terms and credit limits for (new) customers.
  • Provide input on cash flow forecasting.
  • Execute sales of receivables

Position Qualifications 

CORE COMPETENCIES 
Ericsson wide knowledge & skills (from own Functional Area) Financial Acumen and skills

Ericsson wide knowledge & skills (other Functional Area) 

      • Business Understanding
      • Ericsson Knowledge
      • Ericsson Business process
      • English Skills
      • Customer Insight
      • Fundamental leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications & Experience Requirements:

A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent.

        • Knowledgeable in Treasury and Credit management practices.
        • 3 – 5 – years of relevant professional work experience
        • Ability to communicate in the customer’s preferred language, as well as an openness to and respect for other cultures.
        • Bi-lingual English and French speaking candidate will be considered and advantage

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