Debtors Controller
Job description
Location:Cape Town, 8005
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing and collection of payments.
- Monitor and reconcile customer accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies or outstanding issues.
- Utilise Opera Cloud to manage billing and financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Prepare and analyse financial reports related to debtors, providing insights to the finance and revenue management teams.
- Collaborate with the revenue management team to align debtor control processes with overall revenue strategies.
- Handle customer inquiries regarding billing and payments, providing exceptional customer service.
- Implement and maintain efficient debt collection procedures, reducing overdue balances and improving cash flow.
- Assist in month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and reporting.
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable and debtor control processes.
- Proficiency in Opera Cloud for billing and financial record management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage customer interactions.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Grade 12 or equivalent (essential).
- Relevant financial qualification.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a debtors role.
- Advanced Opera Cloud knowledge.
- Hotel industry experience (essential).
- Intermediate MS Office knowledge.
- Sage Evolution experience (advantageous).
- Familiarity with travel agent and platform distribution systems.
- Background in reservations or finance (advantageous).
Salary:
R18000.00 - R25 000.00 per month