Temporary Debtors Clerk

About the role

We are seeking a reliable and detail‑oriented Debtors Clerk to provide maternity‑leave cover within the Finance Department. The successful candidate will carry out accounting and administrative duties, coordinate the debts of existing customers and manage the collection of money owed to the business.

Key responsibilities

• Invoice jobs according to INCO terms using SAP.
• Prepare and update age analysis of debtors and reconcile debtor statements with SAP.
• Handle debtor queries, credit checks and credit‑limit reviews.
• Follow up with Production and Stores on job details and arrange transportation for DAP/FCA/CIF shipments.
• Process export documentation, including certificates of origin, packing lists and SGS certificates.
• Balance petty cash (including foreign petty cash) and allocate customer payments correctly in SAP.
• Maintain and update customer details and delivery addresses in SAP.

Required profile

• Grade 12 / Matric and a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Bookkeeping.
• 2–3 years’ experience in a Debtors/Accounts Receivable role, including debt collection and customer account management.
• Strong reconciliation and cash‑allocation skills.
• Experience using an ERP system; SAP experience is advantageous.

Required skills

• SAP (ERP system).
• Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).