Debtors Controller

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Debtors Controller to manage the accounts receivable function in Gqeberha. The role involves maintaining accurate customer accounts, timely invoicing, and compliance with credit policies. The ideal candidate should have a matriculation qualification, experience in the sea freight industry, and strong knowledge of accounting software, along with excellent Excel skills. Apply now to join a vital position in a reputable company.

Qualifications

• Matriculation (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification required.
• Any qualification in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics or a related field will be considered an advantage.
• Previous experience in the sea freight and shipping industry is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes is essential.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Evolution or Pastel is needed.
• Strong MS Excel skills including Pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliations.
• Understanding VAT and invoicing regulations is important.

Responsibilities

• 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 duties.
• Provide weekly updates to Senior Accounts Manager.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Resolve queries related to invoices promptly and accurately.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong knowledge of accounts receivable processes

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong MS Excel skills

Communication

Time Management

Education

Matriculation (Grade 12) or equivalent

Qualification in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics or related field

Tools

Accounting software (e.g., Evolution, Pastel)

Job description

Our client, who operates in the transportation and marine shipping, is seeking a Debtors Controller to join their team.

The Debtors Controller is responsible for managing the company’s accounts receivable function, maintaining accurate customer accounts and supporting cash flow management.

Location: Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha

Job type: Permanent - On Site

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices daily
• Ensure compliance with credit policies and procedures
• Reconciliation & Reporting
• Weekly updates to Senior Accounts Manager
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients
• Resolve queries related to invoices promptly and accurately
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards and relevant
• legislation
• Support internal and external audit requirements by providing accurate records

Minimum Requirements

• Matriculation (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification
• Any qualification in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics or a
• related field will be considered an advantage.
• Previous experience in sea freight and shipping industry is highly desirable
• 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

Core Competencies/Skills

• Attention to detail
• Communication –
• Time Management

Should you wish to be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly to the advertisement. Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks of application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful