Debtors Manager

Codematch; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 502,200 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

Codematch in Cape Town is seeking a Debtors Manager to lead a high-performing team within a demanding finance environment. The role focuses on improving cash collection, debtor aging, and client service while safeguarding financial health.

Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will develop people, drive accountability, and partner with operations to optimise processes and controls across multiple clients.

Qualifications

• A Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in Debtors, Accounts Receivable or Credit Management.
• At least 3 years' experience leading and managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Debtors team
• Drive effective cash collection and minimise outstanding debt
• Monitor and manage the full debtor age analysis across the business
• Ensure accurate allocations, reconciliations and account maintenance
• Oversee new client onboarding and credit approval processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and internal stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement across debtor processes and systems
• Identify financial risks and implement practical solutions
• Produce meaningful management reports and debtor performance analysis
• Support audit requirements and ensure compliance with financial controls

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Debtors Manager | Finance Leadership | Cape Town
Cape Town
Permanent
R45,000 – R50,000 CTC per month
Lead a High-Performing Debtors Function. Drive Cash Flow. Build Exceptional Teams.
Outstanding debtor management isn't just about collections—it's about leadership, operational excellence, strong client relationships, and protecting the financial health of a business.
We're partnering with a respected national organisation to appoint an experienced Debtors Manager who can lead a high-performing team, strengthen debtor processes, improve collections, and deliver an exceptional customer experience across a complex finance environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys developing people, driving accountability, and continuously improving business processes.
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll take ownership of the Debtors function while leading and developing a team responsible for maintaining healthy debtor books, effective cash collection, and outstanding client service.
You'll work closely with Finance, Operations, HR, and key clients to ensure the business operates efficiently while maintaining strong financial controls and long-term customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
As Debtors Manager, you will:

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Debtors team
• Drive effective cash collection and minimise outstanding debt
• Monitor and manage the full debtor age analysis across the business
• Ensure accurate allocations, reconciliations and account maintenance
• Oversee new client onboarding and credit approval processes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and internal stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement across debtor processes and systems
• Identify financial risks and implement practical solutions
• Monitor service levels, query resolution and customer satisfaction
• Produce meaningful management reports and debtor performance analysis
• Support audit requirements and ensure compliance with financial controls
• Partner with Operations to resolve complex debtor and client issues
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop finance team members
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• A Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field
• Minimum 7 years' experience in Debtors, Accounts Receivable or Credit Management
• At least 3 years' experience leading and managing finance teams
• Strong knowledge of:
• Credit Management
• Debtor Management
• Cash Collections
• Financial Controls
• Risk Management
• Reconciliations
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and sound financial judgement
• Outstanding leadership, coaching and stakeholder management skills

You\'ll Stand Out If You Have
Experience leading large or multi-site debtor functions
A track record of improving collections and reducing aged debt
Experience implementing process improvements and driving operational efficiencies
The ability to influence stakeholders across Finance and Operations
A passion for developing high-performing teams
The Ideal Leader
We\'re looking for someone who is:

• An inspiring people leader
• Commercially minded
• Results-driven
• Highly organised
• Calm under pressure
• Customer-focused
• Passionate about continuous improvement
• Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability

What\'s on Offer
This opportunity offers more than just the next step in your career.
You'll join a well-established organisation where you'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead an experienced finance team
• Influence operational and financial performance
• Drive process improvement initiatives
• Build meaningful client relationships
• Contribute to strategic business success
• Grow your leadership career within a stable organisation

Salary: R45,000 – R50,000 CTC per month
Cape Town
Permanent
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you\'re an experienced finance leader with a passion for debtor management, operational excellence and people leadership, we\'d love to hear from you.