Accounts Administrator (Debtors and Creditors)

Powerpoint Lifestyles; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-paced events management company in Durban is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to support financial administration. The candidate will be responsible for debtors and creditors management, invoicing, and liaising with the external accountant. Strong reconciliation and financial administration skills are essential, along with proficiency in accounting systems and MS Excel. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple accounts effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Accounts Administrator with responsibility for debtors and creditors.
• Experience in events, hospitality, or project-based environments is advantageous.
• Strong reconciliation, invoicing, and financial administration skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate client invoices per event and contract.
• Manage debtor accounts, deposits, and follow-ups.
• Maintain debtor age analysis and resolve billing queries.
• Process supplier and service provider invoices.
• Prepare payment schedules and reconcile supplier statements.
• Capture event-related financial transactions.

Skills

Debtors management

Creditors management

Financial administration

Reconciliation skills

Organisational ability

Attention to detail

Proficient in MS Excel

Tools

Accounting systems

Job description

Job Location : Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Application Deadline : February 09, 2026

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Administrator with strong debtors and creditors experience to support financial administration within a fast-paced events management environment.
• The role is responsible for event-based invoicing, supplier payments, reconciliations, and ongoing liaison with the external accountant to ensure sound financial control and cash flow management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate client invoices per event and contract
• Manage debtor accounts, deposits, progress payments, and follow-ups
• Maintain debtor age analysis and resolve billing queries
• Process supplier and service provider invoices
• Prepare payment schedules and reconcile supplier statements
• Capture event-related financial transactions and track costs against budgets
• Perform debtor, creditor, and general reconciliations
• Maintain organised, auditable financial records per event
• Liaise with the external accountant on month-end, VAT, audits, and year-end processes
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Accounts Administrator with debtors and creditors responsibility
• Experience in an events, hospitality, or project-based environment (advantageous)
• Strong reconciliation, invoicing, and financial administration skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines
• Proficient in accounting systems and MS Excel