Senior Debtors Clerk | AR & Client Liaison

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Fort Hare in Somerset West is seeking an experienced Debtors Clerk to manage the full debtors function, invoices, and statements. You will allocate and reconcile payments daily and prepare monthly age analysis reports while proactively following up on outstanding accounts and liaising with clients.

The role focuses on maintaining accurate debtor records, resolving billing queries, and supporting general debtors administration with a professional approach.

Qualifications

• Full debtors/accounts receivable function.
• Prepare and distribute accurate monthly invoices and statements.
• Daily allocation and reconciliation of payments received.
• Prepare and review monthly age analysis reports.
• Proactively follow up on outstanding accounts and overdue fees.
• Resolve billing and account queries with clients.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date debtor records.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the complete debtors function.
• Communicate with clients professionally regarding accounts and payments.
• Assist with general finance and debtors administration as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Post-matric bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

University of Fort Hare in Somerset West is seeking an experienced Debtors Clerk to manage the full debtors function, invoices, and statements. You will allocate and reconcile payments daily and prepare monthly age analysis reports while proactively following up on outstanding accounts and liaising with clients.

The role focuses on maintaining accurate debtor records, resolving billing queries, and supporting general debtors administration with a professional approach.