Debtors Clerk

Description:

The Junior Debtors Clerk is responsible for assisting with the management of the company's accounts receivable, ensuring that outstanding debts are collected in a timely manner while maintaining good relationships with clients. The role involves invoicing, reconciliation, and communication with customers regarding overdue accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and issue customer invoices and statements.
• Follow up on outstanding debts via phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Allocate customer payments correctly to the appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and correspondence.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing debtors’ reports for management.
• Liaise with internal teams (sales, finance) to address customer queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations.

Requirements:

The Junior Debtors Clerk is responsible for assisting with the management of the company's accounts receivable, ensuring that outstanding debts are collected in a timely manner while maintaining good relationships with clients. The role involves invoicing, reconciliation, and communication with customers regarding overdue accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and issue customer invoices and statements.
• Follow up on outstanding debts via phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Allocate customer payments correctly to the appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and correspondence.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing debtors’ reports for management.
• Liaise with internal teams (sales, finance) to address customer queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations.

• Process and issue customer invoices and statements.
• Follow up on outstanding debts via phone, email, and other communication channels.
• Allocate customer payments correctly to the appropriate accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions and correspondence.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing debtors’ reports for management.
• Liaise with internal teams (sales, finance) to address customer queries.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations.

• Debtors: 2 to 3 years

• • Education: Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting. A diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping is advantageous.
  • Experience: 1–2 years of experience in a debtors/accounts receivable role (preferably in an office automation or similar industry).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Knowledge of debtors' processes and credit control.
    • Proficiency in Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software .
    • Strong MS Excel skills.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    • Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Salary: Entry-level, depending on experience.
• Reports to: Senior Debtors Clerk / Finance Manager.

• Education: Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting. A diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping is advantageous.
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in a debtors/accounts receivable role (preferably in an office automation or similar industry).
• Technical Skills:
  • Knowledge of debtors' processes and credit control.
  • Proficiency in Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software .
  • Strong MS Excel skills.
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Team player with good interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of debtors' processes and credit control.
• Proficiency in Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software .
• Strong MS Excel skills.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Salary: Entry-level, depending on experience.
• Reports to: Senior Debtors Clerk / Finance Manager.

• • Education: Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics and Accounting. A diploma or certificate in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping is advantageous.
  • Experience: 1–2 years of experience in a debtors/accounts receivable role (preferably in an office automation or similar industry).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Knowledge of debtors' processes and credit control.
    • Proficiency in Pastel, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software .
    • Strong MS Excel skills.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    • Team player with good interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• Salary: Entry-level, depending on experience.
• Reports to: Senior Debtors Clerk / Finance Manager.