Debtors Controller

On Line Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Debtors Controller in Gqeberha. In this role, you will manage the company's accounts receivable, ensuring timely invoicing and maintaining customer accounts. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of accounting processes, proficiency in relevant software, and attention to detail. Experience in the sea freight and shipping industries is a plus. This position offers an opportunity to build professional relationships and ensure compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• Matriculation or equivalent qualification required.
• Experience in sea freight and shipping industry is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's accounts receivable function.
• Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing.
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices daily.

Skills

Knowledge of accounts receivable processes

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Evolution, Pastel)

Strong MS Excel skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Matriculation or equivalent

Qualification in Bookkeeping, International Trade, or Logistics

Job description

Debtors Controller position available in Port Elizabeth.

Requirements:

• Matriculation or equivalent
• Any qualification in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics or a related field
• Previous experience in sea freight and shipping industry highly advantageous
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes
• Proficiency in accounting software (eg Evolution, Pastel or similar)
• Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations)
• Understanding VAT and invoicing regulations
• Strong attention to detail – ensure accuracy in capturing and reconciling accounts
• Effective communication and investigative skills
• Ability to build and maintain professional customer relationships
• Time management – prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, daily processing and monitoring of shipments, timeous month-end statements and reports

Key Performance Areas:

• Responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable function, maintaining accurate customer accounts and supporting cash flow management
• Accounts receivable management:
• Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices daily
• Ensure compliance with credit policies and procedures
• Reconciliation and reporting:
• Weekly updates to Senior Accounts Manager
• Customer relationship management:
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients
• Resolve queries related to invoices promptly and accurately
• Compliance and controls:
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards and relevant legislation
• Support internal and external audit requirements by providing accurate records