Debtors Clerk (Retail)

Corporate Placements; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury retail brand in Cape Town is seeking a Finance Clerk: Debtors. This role involves managing accounts across various platforms, ensuring timely collections, and handling reconciliations. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, particularly in a retail environment, and possesses strong skills in customer service and Microsoft Excel. This is a full-time position offering an innovative work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a debtors/accounts receivable role.
• Experience with managing multi-currency accounts and international transactions.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts for luxury business across various platforms.
• Take ownership of the debtors book and account reconciliations.
• Create credit notes and verify returns.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Basic Math

Cash Handling

Computer Skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma or higher certificate in Finance, Business, or Accounting

Tools

Odoo ERP

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

Our client, a luxury retail brand, is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Clerk: Debtors to join their young and innovative team in Cape Town. You will manage accounts for their luxury business across wholesale, online, and e-commerce platforms. This individual will take ownership of the debtors book, be accountable for aging reconciliations, allocation of payments, and follow-ups on outstanding amounts. Responsibilities also include creating credit notes, verifying returns, and ensuring accurate payment allocation. A meticulous, proactive individual with a focus on managing accounts and ensuring timely collections is essential, especially in a high-growth, multi-channel environment.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Diploma or higher certificate in Finance, Business, or Accounting
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a debtors/accounts receivable role, ideally within a retail environment with both wholesale and corporate customers
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Odoo ERP
• Customer engagement experience with a proven track record of resolving disputes
• Familiarity with managing multi-currency accounts and international transactions
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

If you meet the above requirements and are interested, please email your CV to us. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not receive communication within two weeks, your application has been unsuccessful. We will store your details in our database for other suitable positions unless you advise us in writing to delete your information.

Key Skills

Customer Service, Communication skills, Basic Math, Cashiering, Computer Skills, Math, Retail Sales, 10 Key Calculator, Copywriting, Cash Handling, Planograms, Stocking

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : 5+ years

Vacancy : 1