Hotel Debtors Clerk

SUMMARY:
Ensure that our financial operations in Debtors are accurate, efficient, and guest-focused

POSITION INFO:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Debtors Clerk to support the hotel’s finance department by maintaining accurate debtor accounts and ensuring the efficient management of accounts receivable. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, excellent attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Experience & Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in debtors/accounts receivable (hotel industry experience is essential)

• Matric certificate (Grade 12); finance qualification or diploma advantageous

• Proficiency in Opera PMS (essential)

• Strong Excel and financial reconciliation skills

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

• Professional, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven

• South African citizen with a valid ID

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate debtor accounts and issue timely billing

• Liaise with guests, corporate clients, and travel agents regarding invoices, statements, and queries

• Prepare debtor reconciliations, allocate payments, and generate age analysis reports

• Implement credit policies, monitor account limits, and escalate overdue accounts in line with hotel procedures

• Collaborate with Reservations, Front Office, and Events teams to ensure billing accuracy for accommodation, conferences, and banqueting

• Support internal and external audits to ensure compliance with financial controls and statutory requirements

Important Application Notes

• Must hold a valid South African ID

• Only candidates with relevant experience will be shortlisted

• Ensure your CV is 100% updated

• All applicants will attend a virtual introduction interview

About the Hotel

The President Hotel is on a journey to be recognised as a true luxury destination.
Our purpose: to create and inspire memorable experiences.
Our vision: to become Cape Town’s most loved hotel.

Set in the heart of Bantry Bay, between Cape Town’s vibrant city life and the Atlantic Ocean, the hotel offers 349 stylish rooms, suites, and apartments, breathtaking views, a palm-lined infinity pool, world-class dining, and state-of-the-art conference and event venues. The property provides an iconic working environment where excellence meets opportunity.

Application Process

Closing date: 16 October 2025
Online Applications

PLEASE NOTE

We are committed to our Employment Equity Plan in all appointments. Once the advert has closed, we’ll carefully review all applications and be in touch with shortlisted candidates. If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please know that your application was not successful this time – but we truly appreciate your interest in joining our team.