Debtors Clerk Finance Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Cape Town, Bellville; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in South Africa seeks two Debtors Clerks for its Finance Department. The role involves implementing debt management policies and performing credit control functions. Candidates should have a Matric certificate and two years of debtor's experience. Preferred qualifications include a Diploma in Business Studies with Accounting and knowledge of ITS. Excellent communication skills and time management are essential. Opportunities available at multiple campuses.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience in a debtor’s environment.
• Experience within Higher Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing the Student Debt Management Policy.
• Follow up on payment arrangements with students.
• Perform credit control at registration.
• Allocate Bursary credits to student accounts.

Skills

Matric

Debtors experience

Good communication skills

Time management

Numeracy

Knowledge of National Credit Act

Knowledge of MS Word

Knowledge of MS Excel

Education

Diploma in Business Studies with Accounting

Tools

ITS

Job description

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Job Title
Debtors Clerk X 2 positions, Finance Department

Faculty
CPUT

Department
Cape Peninsula University of Technology → Finance → Debtors

Campus/ Location
Not specified

Job Type
Permanent

Occupational Function
Support / Admin

Number of Positions
2

Annual Salary Package
incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only; To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date
16/2/2026

Job Purpose
To assist with the implementation of the Student Debt Management Policy including but not limited to the processing of adjustments and collection of outstanding debt.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Matric.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a debtor’s environment.

Recommendations:

• Debtors experience within Higher Education and knowledge of ITS.
• A Diploma in Business Studies with Accounting as subject.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Adjust/update the student account in accordance with the Student Debt Management Policy.
• Follow up on payment arrangements and ensure that students are informed about the payment terms.
• Perform a credit control function at registration.
• Generate quotations using the CPUT website.
• Allocate Bursary credits to the student account.
• Assist with sending out of final demand letters to non-registered students with outstanding debt.
• Assist with completing debit order forms for students to make payment arrangements.
• Hand over student accounts to Debt collectors.
• Verifying Graduation lists.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as required within the Debtors environment.
• Accuracy.
• Numeracy.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Time management.
• Knowledge of National Credit Act and Prescription Act.
• Knowledge of ITS, MS Word and MS Excel.

General Information

Closing Date: 16 February 2026

For enquiries and assistance with your online application, please contact Ms Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department, on [e-mail] or 021 460 3351.

NB: One position is available at the D6 campus and one at the Bellville campus. Please indicate in your cover letter for which campus you are applying.

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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