Debtors Clerk

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary
A leading company in the manufacturing and distribution sector is seeking a meticulous and experienced Debtors Clerk to join their finance team in Cape Town. This is an excellent opportunity for an independent self-starter to manage the full debtors function, from maintaining customer data to reconciling accounts and ensuring timeous collections. The ideal candidate will possess a "can-do" attitude, a high level of computer literacy - specifically with financial systems like Syspro - and the diplomatic communication skills necessary to resolve complex account queries. If you have at least 5 years of experience in international debtors and a commitment to delivering high-quality results against monthly objectives, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:

  • Manage the complete accounts receivable cycle, including the maintenance of accurate customer records, distribution of monthly statements, and the processing of all incoming receipts.
  • Perform detailed reconciliations of individual accounts and accurately account for interest charges, settlement discounts, and rebates.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving customer account discrepancies and payment queries diplomatically.
  • Prepare and update weekly cash flow forecasts based on anticipated customer receipts to support financial planning.
  • Proactively monitor aging reports to ensure timely payments, follow up on overdue balances, and escalate high-risk accounts to management when necessary.
  • Process intercompany transactions and ensure all accounting tasks are performed in strict accordance with established standards and deadlines.
  • Provide necessary documentation and support to auditors during year-end cycles and assist the broader finance department with ad-hoc tasks.
Requirements:
  • Possess a Matric certificate.
  • Hold a minimum of 5 years of experience handling international debtors.
  • Exhibit high computer literacy, specifically with extensive experience using financial ERP systems such as Syspro.
  • Demonstrate the technical aptitude required to work within complex financial systems.
  • Apply professional standards to ensure all tasks are completed in accordance with specific accounting regulations.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on
or on LinkedIn * You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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Specialists in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Mining, Manufacturing and Finance Careers! Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa. Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1630692
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R20,000-28,000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned