Debtors Clerk_ Retail – Sandton (Reference 7500)

SMARTNETWORK (SMARTPLACEMENTS); Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SMARTNETWORK (SMARTPLACEMENTS) is seeking a Debtors Clerk to join its Finance Department in Sandton. You will manage debtor accounts, ensure timely collections, and maintain precise records while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and solid Excel skills. Candidates should have relevant finance experience and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12 is required.
• Relevant Finance, Accounting, or Bookkeeping qualification advantageous.
• Experience in Debtors Clerk, Accounts Receivable, or similar finance role.
• Experience with account reconciliations and debt collection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update customer accounts accurately.
• Process invoices, credit notes, and adjustments.
• Allocate payments to the correct accounts.
• Prepare and distribute customer statements.
• Reconcile customer accounts and identify overdue balances.
• Follow up on outstanding payments and debt collection.
• Escalate payment issues where required.
• Respond to customer account queries and resolve discrepancies.
• Liaise with customers and internal departments on account matters.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Finance / Accounting / Bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Debtors Clerk

Our client, a well-established and growing organisation is seeking a detail-oriented Debtors Clerk to join its Finance Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing debtor accounts, ensuring timely collections, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update customer accounts accurately.
• Process invoices, credit notes, and account adjustments.
• Allocate customer payments to the correct accounts.
• Prepare and distribute customer statements.
• Reconcile customer accounts and identify overdue balances.
• Follow up on outstanding payments and manage debt collection activities.
• Escalate payment issues where required.
• Monitor and report on outstanding debtors.
• Prepare debtor reconciliations.
• Process and reconcile the cashbook against bank statements.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Compile weekly sales and financial reports.
• Respond to customer account queries and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Liaise with customers and internal departments regarding account matters.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• Relevant Finance, Accounting, or Bookkeeping qualification advantageous.
• Previous experience in a Debtors Clerk, Accounts Receivable, or similar finance role.
• Experience with account reconciliations and debt collection.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Competencies

• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Professional telephone etiquette.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Customer-focused approach.

Package

Market-related remuneration will be offered based on qualifications and experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tagged as: clerk, Debtors, Finance, reveivables