Debtors Administrator

Excellerate JHI; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate services company is seeking a skilled Debtors Administrator in Gauteng to manage rental collections and ensure cash flow. The ideal candidate should have a matric with Accountancy, a technical background, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with MDA and SAP is a plus. Join a dynamic team that values professionalism and client relationships.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in rent collection.
• Computer literacy (MS Office) required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the collection of clients’ rentals for healthy cash flow.
• Maintain good long‑term customer and client relationships.
• Conduct monthly cash flow reporting and audits.

Skills

Technical background and skills

Administration Skills

Education

Matric with Accountancy

Tools

MDA

SAP

Job description

Who we are

We are a leading real estate services company that combines global standards with specialised local knowledge to create customisable high-performance solutions for our clients. We advise property owners and occupiers on every aspect of their property strategies and assist them in the development, buying, selling, leasing, valuing and management of their assets. Our dedication to quality and excellence sets us apart in the industry.

Why choose us

Be part of a forward-thinking culture that values entrepreneurial spirit and celebrates your best work. Collaborate with talented property professionals, leverage unparalleled resources, and enjoy opportunities for both personal and professional growth. At JHI, your contributions are encouraged and celebrated, ensuring a rewarding journey as you advance in your career.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Debtors Administrator to manage the collection of clients’ rentals to ensure healthy cash flow and control of all debtors' accounts. Maintain good long‑term customer and client manager relationships.

What you will bring

Inherent requirements for the position (non‑negotiable)

• Matric with Accountancy as a subject
• Strong technical background and skills.
• At least 2 years’ relevant experience in rent collection
• Computer literacy (MS Office)

Additional demonstrable requirements

• Experience on MDA
• SAP
• Administration Skills

What you will be doing

Credit Balances

• Refund of deposit and interest Investigation of other credit balances and correction thereof

Reporting

• Monthly cash flow reporting and ensuring that each tenant has a comment and follow up date with reaction.
• Internal and external Audit Report investigations and feedback.
• Quarterly and Annual Book year end reporting.
• Reporting and correction of credit balances.

Collection activities

• Telephonic collections and follow up.
• Statements, Utility readings and invoices where needed.
• Bank allocation and journals to correct payments.
• Reconciliations where disputes exist and send information through to tenants. Final demand letters.
• Recommendation to summons.
• Update data (addresses and contact details) and Data Integrity.
• Follow up of unpaid cheque and debit orders and letters to clients.
• Interpretation and suggestion of down payments and follow up in writing.
• Interest on arrear rental – control.
• Recommendation of summons of tenants more than 2 months outstanding.
• Follow up of all outstanding matters.
• Communication to Client Manager and tenant admin on disputes after investigating the original lease agreement and account.

JHI is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.