Debtors Clerk

About the role

Our client based in Westville is looking for an experienced Debtors Clerk to join their team. The ideal candidate must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail, be deadline driven, perform well under pressure, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the complete accounts receivable process, from billing through to payment collection.
• Monitor work completed against invoicing requirements and ensure invoices are raised accordingly.
• Distribute customer statements and resolve account‑related queries.
• Perform regular debtor account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Review outstanding balances and allocate daily receipts against the age analysis.
• Process and monitor provisions for doubtful accounts and bad‑debt adjustments.
• Maintain accurate customer account details and supporting documentation.
• Provide documentation required for audit processes.
• Support general office administration, including filing, office supply orders and other duties.

Required profile

• Matric qualification; relevant tertiary qualification in accounting or finance is beneficial.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a debtors control and collections function.
• Experience with Pastel Partner software.
• Strong Excel experience is an advantage.
• Sound accounting knowledge.

Required skills

• Pastel Partner
• Excel