DEBTORS CONTROLLER

IOEC; Durban; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Durban is seeking an experienced Debtors Controller on a Fixed Term Contract. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, be proficient with Syspro and Microsoft Excel, and have strong organizational skills. This role involves managing client relationships, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate billing to support the financial health of the company.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in accounts receivable, debtors controller.
• Computer literate and proficient in relevant software.
• Professional proficiency in English for written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement credit control procedures and manage customer credit applications.
• Allocate payments accurately and reconcile outstanding balances.
• Prepare various invoices and relieve Debtors clerk when necessary.

Skills

Experience in accounts receivable

Knowledge of accounting principles

Proficient in Syspro

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Matric and Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Qlik

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.