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POSITION INFO:
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.
