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Debtors Clerk

MH Solutions
Johannesburg Full-day Full-time

Description:

DEBTORS CLERK - FMCG - JOHANNESBURG Purpose of the Role:
The Debtors Clerk will assist the credit control team by ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely payment allocation, and efficient follow-up on outstanding customer accounts. This role plays a crucial part in supporting cash flow and maintaining strong customer relationships through professional communication and effective administration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with month-end collections and follow-up on overdue accounts.
  • Prepare and send invoices and monthly statements to customers.
  • Accurately capture and allocate customer payments from bank statements.
  • Maintain and update debtor account information.
  • Assist with reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handle account queries, proof of delivery (POD) requests, and credit note follow-ups.
  • Support the credit control team with credit applications and documentation.
  • Maintain proper filing and ensure all debtor documentation is up to date.
  • Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed.

Requirements:
  • Matric (Grade 12) – essential.
  • Certificate or Diploma in Credit Management or Finance (advantageous).
  • 1–2 years’ experience in a debtors or accounts receivable role (FMCG experience advantageous).
  • Good understanding of reconciliations and basic accounting principles.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and telephone skills.
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (e.g., Sage / Pastel / Syspro).

Requirements:

Purpose of the Role:
The Debtors Clerk will assist the credit control team by ensuring accurate record-keeping, timely payment allocation, and efficient follow-up on outstanding customer accounts. This role plays a crucial part in supporting cash flow and maintaining strong customer relationships through professional communication and effective administration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with month-end collections and follow-up on overdue accounts.
  • Prepare and send invoices and monthly statements to customers.
  • Accurately capture and allocate customer payments from bank statements.
  • Maintain and update debtor account information.
  • Assist with reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handle account queries, proof of delivery (POD) requests, and credit note follow-ups.
  • Support the credit control team with credit applications and documentation.
  • Maintain proper filing and ensure all debtor documentation is up to date.
  • Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed.

Requirements:
  • Matric (Grade 12) – essential.
  • Certificate or Diploma in Credit Management or Finance (advantageous).
  • 1–2 years’ experience in a debtors or accounts receivable role (FMCG experience advantageous).
  • Good understanding of reconciliations and basic accounting principles.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and telephone skills.
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (e.g., Sage / Pastel / Syspro).
  • Assist with month-end collections and follow-up on overdue accounts.
  • Prepare and send invoices and monthly statements to customers.
  • Accurately capture and allocate customer payments from bank statements.
  • Maintain and update debtor account information.
  • Assist with reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Handle account queries, proof of delivery (POD) requests, and credit note follow-ups.
  • Support the credit control team with credit applications and documentation.
  • Maintain proper filing and ensure all debtor documentation is up to date.
  • Provide administrative support to the finance team as needed.
  • Matric (Grade 12) – essential.
  • Certificate or Diploma in Credit Management or Finance (advantageous).
  • 1–2 years’ experience in a debtors or accounts receivable role (FMCG experience advantageous).
  • Good understanding of reconciliations and basic accounting principles.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and telephone skills.
29 Oct 2025;   from: careers24.com

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