Debtors Controller (EE)

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Freight Forwarding Company is looking for an experienced Debtors Controller to join their team in Gqeberha, South Africa. The successful candidate will maintain customer accounts, ensure timely invoicing, and adhere to credit control policies. Candidates should have a strong understanding of accounts receivable processes and proficiency in accounting software like Evolution or Pastel. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills are essential for resolving invoice-related queries. This is a great opportunity for those with previous experience in the sea freight or shipping industry.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Evolution or Pastel.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing.
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices daily.
• Ensure adherence to credit control policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Investigative Ability

Education

Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent

Studies in Bookkeeping

International Trade

Logistics

Tools

Evolution

Pastel

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Our Client, a leading Freight Forwarding Company servicing the perishable industry throughout Southern Africa, is seeking to employ an experienced Debtors Controller to their team based in Port Elizabeth.

Previous experience in the sea freight or shipping industry is highly desirable and will secure.

Awesome career opportunity.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Preferred Qualifications: Studies in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics, or related fields are advantageous.
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in the sea freight or shipping industry is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Evolution, Pastel, or similar systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliations.
• Solid knowledge of VAT regulations and invoicing requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in capturing, processing, and reconciling accounts.
• Communication: Clear and professional in both written and verbal interactions with internal teams and external clients.
• Time Management: Prioritise tasks effectively to meet daily, weekly, and month-end deadlines.
• Investigative Ability: Capable of interpreting shipment details, verifying charges, and cross-checking cost sheets.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing.
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices on a daily basis.
• Ensure adherence to credit control policies and procedures.
• Provide weekly updates and reconciliations to the Senior Accounts Manager.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
• Resolve invoice-related queries promptly and accurately.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and relevant financial legislation.
• Support both internal and external audit processes by maintaining accurate and accessible records.

Please note that should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying, you may consider your application unsuccessful.