Debt Collection & Admin Specialist

Objective Personnel; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

Objective Personnel invites applications for a debtors/credit control role in Gauteng. The successful candidate will manage the debtors book for a branch, pursue timely collections, and assist with credit applications and reconciliations.

The position requires a finance background, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Banking processes, Pastel Evolution, and ERP familiarity are advantageous for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Matric / Senior Certificate
• Relevant qualification in finance
• Valid driver’s license (preferable)

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management and collection of the debtors book for the allocated branch.
• Proactive collection and follow up on all outstanding balances.
• Contact customers by phone and email to obtain payment commitments and resolve outstanding matters.
• Process new customer credit applications and ensure documentation is complete before credit vetting.
• Monitor customer credit limits and payment terms; escalate exceptions to the Credit Manager.
• Maintain accurate customer master data and assist with opening/closing accounts.
• Process and allocate payments; email statements, invoices, and credit notes.
• Maintain debtors ageing information and provide weekly updates on collections.
• Assist with month-end debtors procedures, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Support Credit Controllers and Credit Manager with administrative duties.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Telephone collections

Excellent telephone & email manner

Good interpersonal skills

Strong work-ethic

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Time management

Professional conduct & discretion

Ownership mindset

Education

Matric / Senior Certificate

Relevant qualification in finance

Tools

Pastel Evolution

ERP System

Excel

Job description

Objective Personnel invites applications for a debtors/credit control role in Gauteng. The successful candidate will manage the debtors book for a branch, pursue timely collections, and assist with credit applications and reconciliations.

The position requires a finance background, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Banking processes, Pastel Evolution, and ERP familiarity are advantageous for success in this role.