Debtors Administrator

Reference: NFR010763-JLo-1

Keep the cash flow moving. Build your career with an established South African business.

Duties & Responsibilities

A well-established and growing organisation is looking for a detail-oriented Debtors Administrator to join its finance team. This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working in a structured environment, takes ownership of the accounts receivable function, and thrives on maintaining strong customer relationships while ensuring healthy cash flow.

You will play a key role in the debtors process, from accurate invoicing and collections to reporting, reconciliations, and supporting the broader finance team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and within month-end deadlines.
  • Reconcile invoicing against revenue records to ensure completeness.
  • Maintain accurate debtor age analysis and accounts receivable records.
  • Issue weekly customer statements and payment reminders.
  • Follow up on overdue accounts and manage collections in line with company policies.
  • Escalate high-risk or long outstanding accounts where necessary.
  • Recommend accounts for legal action, suspension, or credit limit reviews when required.
  • Prepare weekly debtor reports, ageing analyses, and management commentary.
  • Support cash flow forecasting through accurate debtor reporting.
  • Resolve customer queries and account disputes within agreed turnaround times.
  • Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Assist with finance administration, reporting, and ad hoc accounting duties.
  • Work closely with operational teams to improve financial processes and controls.
  • Identify process improvements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (advantageous).
Minimum 2 years' experience within a debtors or accounts receivable environment.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and the full financial cycle.
Experience preparing debtor reconciliations, ageing reports, and collection activities.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
 
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For more information, contact:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant

Package & Remuneration

R 140000 - R 170000 - Annually
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