DEBTORS CONTROLLER

Ioec; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A finance organization in Durban is seeking a Debtors Controller on a fixed-term contract. This role involves managing collections, ensuring accurate billing, and maintaining cash flow. Ideal candidates must have 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, proficiency in Syspro and Excel, and a diploma in finance or accounting. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in accounts receivable and debtors control.
• Proficient in accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Professional proficiency in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Implement credit control procedures and assist with applications.
• Allocate payments to customer accounts accurately.
• Prepare invoices and relieve Debtors clerk when needed.
• Calculate agency sales and manage commission claims.
• Administer Credit Guarantee formalities and policies.

Skills

Accounts receivable management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business

Matric

Tools

Syspro

Microsoft Excel

Qlik

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Debtors Controller to join our team in Morningside, Durban on a Fixed Term Contract. The Debtors Controller will be responsible to quickly develop rapport and build relationships with our clients in international markets, managing collections, incoming payments and maintaining cash flow. The Debtors Controller will ensure accurate billing, update customer accounts, and handle invoice processing, all while supporting the overall financial health of the company.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Implement credit control procedures:
  • Ensure that all Customer Credit Application forms, CGIC cover applications and Internal Credit Limit Application forms are completed.
  • Assist ECs with this when requested.
• Cash Allocation:
  • Allocate payments to customer accounts accurately.
  • Reconcile payments received with outstanding balances.
• Debtors - clerical function:
  • Prepare Interest invoices & recoup invoices for various items i.e.: commission receivable, freight recovery, and any additional charges.
  • Relieve Debtors clerk when the need arises.
• Agency Sales and Commission Receivables:
  • Calculate Agency sales and claiming commission from suppliers.
• CGIC:
  • Administration of Credit Guarantee formalities and policy requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, debtors controller. Knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and accounts receivable best practices.
• Technology & Software: Computer literate. Proficient in Syspro, Microsoft Excel, Qlik.
• Language Skills: English professional proficiency; verbal and written communication skills.
• Education: Matric and Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a formal qualification in Debtors Control.

Behavioral Traits

• Detail-oriented and efficient.
• Resourceful and able to express oneself clearly.
• Comfortable with confrontation and takes pride in their work.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.