Debtors Clerk

Shoprite Holdings Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in South Africa seeks a professional to manage debtor accounts and process invoices efficiently. The role requires at least two years of experience in a similar position, with a strong understanding of accounting principles. Ideal candidates will possess a Matric certificate and preferably a finance diploma or degree. Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office are essential. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team committed to fostering a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Essential: Two years or more of experience working in a similar role.
• Desirable: Diploma / Degree in finance.

Responsibilities

• Process and file invoices.
• Identify and address discrepancies.
• Call clients and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Adhere to collection targets.
• Distribute accurate monthly statements to clients.
• Process new accounts on the system.
• Resolve queries about Debtors, escalating to the manager when needed.
• Conduct debtors age analysis.
• Maintain and reconcile daily payments.
• Generate reconciling statements.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of accounting

Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel)

Telephone etiquette

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma / Degree in finance

Job description

Purpose of the Job

To successfully process invoices, receive statements and manage debtors accounts which includes the timely reconciliation of debtors accounts.

Key Performance Areas

• Processing of invoices
• Manage debtors accounts
• Problem solving

Job Objectives

• Processing and filing of invoices.
• Identifying and addressing discrepancies.
• Call clients and follow up on outstanding payments and invoices.
• Adhere to collection targets.
• Distribute accurate monthly statements to clients.
• Process new accounts on the system.
• Resolve all queries pertaining to Debtors and escalation to manager where needed.
• Responsible for the debtors Age analysis.
• Maintain and reconcile daily POS-i-TILL payments.
• Generate debtors' and petty cash reconciliations, as well as daily bank reconciliation statements.
• Preparation of the daily bank account clearing and reconciliation of all G / L Cash and Bank accounts.

Qualifications

Essential: Matric (Grade 12)

Desirable: Diploma / Degree in finance

Experience

Essential: Two years or more of experience working in a similar role.

Knowledge and Skills

• Very good interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be well-organized and systematic
• High level of attention to detail
• Knowledge of accounting and reconciliations
• Computer literacy – MS Office with well-developed Excel skills
• Excellent telephone etiquette and administration skills

Our Group and all its operating companies are committed to creating, embracing, and preserving a diverse workplace that values the unique talents, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities that enrich our organisation.

A place where everyone matters and feels included.

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