Sanelisiwe Loecos | Accounts Receivable & Chartering Finance Specialist

INTRODUCTION

Email

sanelisiwe@loecos.me

SUMMARY

Finance professional with over a decade of experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit control, and financial administration across shipping, insurance, and public sector environments.

Currently serving as Accounts Receivable & Chartering Finance Specialist at MUR Shipping, managing multi-million USD debtor portfolios, freight invoicing, demurrage and claims processing, and cashflow forecasting for international chartering operations.

Skilled in financial reporting, reconciliations, debtor management, and stakeholder engagement across global markets. Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Veson Nautical, Sage Pastel Accounting, SAP, and advanced Microsoft Excel.

TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE AREAS

Systems & Tools
Veson Nautical SAP (Basic) Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Sage Pastel Accounting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

WORK EXPERIENCE

2019
Accounts Receivable & Chartering Finance Specialist @ MUR Shipping From 2019, Jun to Present
  • Manage full accounts receivable function for international shipping operations, overseeing multi-million USD debtor portfolios across global charterers.
  • Drive cashflow forecasting and liquidity planning, ensuring accurate projection of voyage income and timely revenue realization.
  • Lead end-to-end freight invoicing (initial, balance freight, demurrage & claims) in line with complex charter party agreements.
  • Proactively reduce debtor days through strategic follow-ups, dispute resolution, and stakeholder engagement with charterers and brokers.
  • Perform detailed reconciliations between Veson, MSBC, and general ledger, ensuring financial accuracy and audit readiness.
  • Collaborate with commercial, operations, and broking teams to finalize time charter relets and voyage settlements.
  • Manage and validate owner and sub-charterer accounts, including hire statements, claims, and insurance premiums.
  • Produce and present management reports, including Top 20 debtors, cashflow forecasts, and overdue analysis.
  • Strengthened internal processes for documentation and audit trails, improving compliance and reducing financial risk.
  • Act as a key liaison between international stakeholders, ensuring alignment on financial transactions and dispute resolution.
2016
Finance Administrator @ BINC (Buphe Group) From 2016, Jul to 2019, Jun
  • Managed full accounts payable cycle, including payment planning, supplier reconciliations, and execution of EFT payments.
  • Controlled multi-country claim payments (SA, DRC, Mozambique, Botswana, Cameroon), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Improved cash collection processes through effective reconciliation of premium collections and sales data.
  • Prepared and analyzed financial reports (daily, weekly, monthly) to support operational and strategic decisions.
  • Performed bank and intercompany reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving variances.
  • Produced bordereaux reports across multiple regions, ensuring accurate reporting to stakeholders.
  • Assisted with payroll processing and reporting, ensuring timely and accurate employee payments.
2013
Accounting Officer @ Maritime Accounting & Consulting Services From 2013, Aug to 2016, Jun
  • Managed both receivable and payable functions, including invoicing, collections, and supplier payments (local & foreign).
  • Handled USD supplier accounts and foreign payments, ensuring compliance with international transactions.
  • Performed bank reconciliations, GL allocations, and month-end reporting.
  • Investigated and resolved payment discrepancies and account queries.
  • Maintained accurate financial records using Pastel Accounting.
2013
Bookkeeper @ Maritime Accounting & Consulting Services (Mpisi Account) From 2013, Feb to 2013, Aug
  • Maintained financial records, processed transactions, and ensured accuracy of accounting data.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Captured and verified financial data in SAP and Pastel systems.
2012
Credit Controller (In-Service Training) @ eThekwini Municipality From 2012, Jan to 2012, Dec
  • Managed debt collection and account reconciliations, improving recovery rates.
  • Handled customer accounts, dispute resolution, and payment allocations.
  • Delivered consistent cash collection performance within strict timelines.

Selected Achievements

Education History & Qualification

2026
CTA (Incomplete) @ University of South Africa (UNISA) 2026
2011
National Diploma in Accounting @ Mangosuthu University of Technology 2011
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