Job Description

JOB OPPORTUNITY - SENIOR DEBTORS CONTROLLER

Location: Prospecton, Durban

Salary: Market Related

Availability: Immediate Start

Email CV to:

hkrecruitment10@gmail.com

Please use "Senior Debtors Controller" as the subject line.

Job description:

We are seeking a seasoned and highly motivated Senior Debtors Controller to take full ownership and leadership of our Debtors department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end debtors control function across multiple entities, leading a team, driving process improvement, maintaining healthy customer accounts and ensuring the business sustains a strong cash flow and positive customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Take full ownership of the debtor's function across multiple entities. Lead and supervise a team of direct reports, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management. Reconcile customer accounts monthly and ensure timeous collection of outstanding amounts. Monitor and achieve collection targets. Manage credit applications, account openings, and credit limits in line with company policy. Process and review claims and credit notes, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution. Maintain strong customer relationships and resolve account queries promptly. Prepare regular reports on debtors ageing, collections, and variances. Drive process improvements and support the finance team in enhancing debtor efficiency. Ensure all collectables are received timeously and customer accounts remain current Prepare and present regular reports on accounts receivable status, including ageing analysis, collection rates, and outstanding balances. Follow up on all outstanding claims, ensuring they are processed accurately and within the required timelines. Proactively identify risks related to debt collection and propose solutions to mitigate financial risk. Carry out any other ad-hoc duties as requested by the Financial Manager or Management Team. Be a self-starter who thrives in taking ownership, solving problems, and contributing to the overall commercial success and profitability of the business.
Minimum Requirements & Experience

Diploma in Accounting or Finance (a Degree will be advantageous)

- Must have a Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Debtors Controller (essential)

- Experience working with ERP systems (essential)

- Proven track record in debtor's management, collections, and credit control (essential)

- Advanced computer proficiency in MS Excel, MS word and Outlook (essential).

To apply, please send your CV to

hkrecruitment10@gmail.com

Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person