Debtors Clerk (CL/DL)

Stadio; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Durban is looking for a Debtor's Clerk to handle accounts receivable and financial support tasks. Responsibilities include communication with students and clients, invoicing, debt collection, and reconciliation of accounts. Candidates should have a post-matric finance qualification and 3-4 years of experience. The role demands attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. This permanent position offers a chance to contribute to the financial health of the institution.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years working experience as a debtor’s clerk, including debt collection.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Communication with customers and other stakeholders.
• Capturing and verification of accounts receivable.
• Preparation and processing of invoices and student statements.
• Reconciliation of accounts receivable ledger.
• Debt collection from overdue customers.
• Generating relevant reports on accounts receivable.

Skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Ability to communicate effectively

Excellent time management skills

Ability to cope with change

Education

Post-Matric qualification in Finance or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Location: Durban; Type: Permanent; Reference: #MUSDPN12; Company: Stadio.

Job Description

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Communication with customers (students, corporate Clients, account payers) and other stakeholders within the organization
• Capturing and verification of accounts receivable
• Preparation and processing of invoices and student statements
• Reconciliation of accounts receivable ledger
• Debt collection from overdue customers (students, third party institutions, account payers) including directly contacting customers with outstanding accounts and maintenance of all correspondence.
• Report to the financial accountant.
• Provide any other financial support to the financial accountant to meet the requirements of the campus.
• Generate relevant reports on accounts receivable and overdue accounts for review by management.

Provide any other financial support to the financial accountant to meet the requirements of the campus.

Qualification And Minimum Requirements

• Post-Matric qualification in Finance or equivalent
• 3-4 years working experience as a debtor’s clerk, inclusive of debt collection
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience in operating spreadsheets and use of accounting software

Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to work well under pressure and within a team
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to cope with change.

Posted on 18 Dec 15:33, Closing date 8 Jan