Debtors Manager

Recruiter:

GG Financial Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT001184/GG

Date posted:

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

40000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
An established import and export company based in Cape Town CBD is seeking an experienced Debtors Manager to take full responsibility for the debtors function and oversee the company’s accounts receivable processes.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in debtors’ management, strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage collections, credit control, and debtor reconciliations within a busy commercial environment.
The role requires a mature and experienced individual with at least 10 years’ experience in debtors/credit control, ideally within a trading, logistics, or import/export environment.

POSITION INFO:
An established import and export company based in Cape Town CBD is seeking an experienced Debtors Manager to take full responsibility for the debtors function and oversee the company’s accounts receivable processes.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in debtors’ management, strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage collections, credit control, and debtor reconciliations within a busy commercial environment.
The role requires a mature and experienced individual with at least 10 years’ experience in debtors/credit control, ideally within a trading, logistics, or import/export environment.

Key Responsibilities

Full management of the debtors/accounts receivable function
Monitoring and managing the debtors book
Ensuring timely collection of outstanding accounts
Performing monthly debtor reconciliations
Allocating payments accurately on the accounting system
Following up on overdue accounts and resolving account queries
Preparing and reviewing age analysis reports
Maintaining accurate debtor records on the SAGE accounting system
Liaising with customers regarding account queries and payment arrangements
Implementing and maintaining credit control procedures
Working closely with the finance team and management to ensure effective cash flow management
Preparing reports for management on debtor performance and outstanding accounts
Ensuring compliance with internal financial procedures

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 10 years’ experience in Debtors / Credit Control
Strong experience managing a large and active debtor book
Proficient in SAGE accounting software
Strong reconciliation and numerical skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines

Qualifications

Credit Management I, II, and III (preferred)
A relevant financial or bookkeeping qualification is advantageous

Additional Advantage

Experience within import/export, logistics, shipping, or trading environments

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