Debtors Clerk

Debtors Clerk - Specialist Manufacturing

Location: Cape Town (Office-Based)

Industry: Industrial Manufacturing and Engineering

Salary: R20,000 - R25,000 CTC per month (Dependent on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Are you a highly accurate and detail-oriented financial administrator with proven experience in Accounts Receivable and Credit Control?

Our client, a respected and established market leader in the Industrial Manufacturing and Engineering sector, is seeking an experienced Debtors Clerk to join their finance team in Cape Town. This firm specialises in designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-performance equipment for critical sectors including mining, industrial, and HVAC.

This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who can ensure strong liquidity, timely collections, and maintain excellent customer relationships. Previous experience as a Creditors Clerk is highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable Management: Manage and maintain the full accounts receivable ledger.

• Debt Collection: Lead follow-up on outstanding debts promptly via phone, email, and written communication.

• Payment Processing: Accurately allocate payments received in the accounting system.

• Invoicing & Statements: Prepare and send accurate statements and invoices to customers.

• Reconciliation: Reconcile customer accounts and proactively resolve any billing discrepancies or queries in a timely manner.

• Liaison: Act as a key liaison between internal sales/logistics departments and customers regarding account queries.

• Reporting: Generate aging reports and assist the finance team with month-end closing procedures.

• Credit Control Support: Actively assist in credit control functions to ensure timely collections and minimise risk.

Minimum Requirements:

• Qualification: Matric (Grade 12) is mandatory. A diploma or certificate in Accounting or Finance is advantageous.

• Experience: Demonstrated experience in a similar Debtors Clerk role is essential.

• Software: Experience using Sage X3 is advantageous.

• Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, strong numerical accuracy, good communication and problem-solving skills, time management, and a customer service orientation.

What Working for Them Will Be Like:

• Culture: Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team culture with a diverse group of professionals.

• Growth: Enjoy continuous opportunities for personal growth and career advancement.

• Schedule: Experience a flexible and balanced work environment. Standard hours are 08:00 to 17:00 (Monday to Thursday), and 08:00 to 16:00 on Fridays-with the option to leave at 15:00 on Fridays if work is completed.

• Remuneration: Receive a competitive, market-related salary and benefits package.

How to Apply:

If you are a meticulous and experienced finance professional, we encourage you to apply.

Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team.

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Contact: Hire Resolve - [email protected] / www.hireresolve.co.za

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