Senior Debtors Clerk

Cre8work!; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency seeks a Senior Debtors Clerk based in Edenvale, Johannesburg. This full-time, on-site role involves leading accounts receivable operations and overseeing two junior clerks while managing all debtors functions. Key responsibilities include generating customer invoices, monitoring accounts, and ensuring tax compliance. Candidates should possess 5+ years in debtors management, superior leadership skills, and proficiency in Sage Evolution. The role offers opportunities to drive process improvements and enhance efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in debtors management, including 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in logistics, security, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of South African tax laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two junior clerks, manage debtors functions, and ensure task completion.
• Generate accurate customer invoices and monitor debtor accounts.
• Handle customer queries and negotiate payment terms.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Education

Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Sage Evolution

Job description

Senior Debtors Clerk Position Overview

We require a Senior Debtors Clerk to lead accounts receivable operations for our group of companies. This full-time role is based on-site in Edenvale, Johannesburg. Responsibilities include overseeing two junior clerks while managing all debtors functions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee two junior debtors clerks, including task assignment, performance monitoring, and training.


• Generate and issue customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance.


• Monitor debtor accounts, follow up on overdue payments, and implement collection strategies.


• Reconcile debtor statements with internal records to identify and resolve discrepancies.


• Maintain debtor ledgers and update financial systems with transaction details.


• Prepare aging reports and analyze outstanding receivables for management review.


• Handle customer queries, negotiate payment terms, and manage credit limits.


• Support month-end closing, including bad debt provisions and financial reporting.


• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, such as VAT on receivables.


• Collaborate with teams in logistics, security, and manufacturing to align invoicing with operations.


• Drive process improvements in debtors management to enhance efficiency.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field.


• At least 5 years of experience in debtors management, with 2 years in a supervisory role.


• Demonstrated experience in logistics, security, or manufacturing sectors.


• Proficiency in accounting software, with Sage Evolution experience preferred.


• Solid understanding of financial principles, including credit control and reconciliations.


• Knowledge of South African tax laws and regulatory compliance.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Strong leadership to guide junior staff effectively.


• High accuracy in numerical tasks and financial analysis.


• Advanced organizational skills for handling multiple company accounts.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data manipulation.


• Clear communication for customer and team interactions.


• Ability to prioritize under pressure and meet deadlines.


• Strict adherence to confidentiality and ethical standards.