Debtors Clerk

Minimum Requirements: Matric.
4-5 years in debtors.
Headstrong personality.
Proficiency in SAP.
Credit risk management.
Strong mathematical skills and a solid understanding of finance, accounting, and bookkeeping principles.
Exceptional time management and attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold company standards.
Ability to communicate in Afrikaans when necessary.
Key Responsibilities: Optimise financial transactions and systems by reconciling payments and customer accounts.
Communicate discrepancies to management, identify slow-paying customers, and recommend collection strategies.
Strengthen client relationships by managing communications regarding past-due accounts.
Streamline the accounts receivable process and identify areas for performance improvement.
Maintain integrity and confidentiality in financial reporting, adhering to national and local financial regulations.
Gather and verify invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment.
Maintain comprehensive accounts receivable records, ensuring aging is current and uncollectible amounts are addressed.
Perform daily cash management duties, including bank deposits and posting cash to the accounts receivable sub-ledger.
Monitor and collect accounts receivable by contacting clients via telephone and email.
Prepare analytical and ratio analyses related to accounts receivable to support management in understanding collection progress.
Collaborate with other accounting and finance team members on inventory management and cost accounting.
Risk Management Responsibilities: Design and implement an overall risk management process, including financial impact analysis.
Conduct risk assessments and evaluations, analyzing current and potential risks.
Establish risk tolerance levels and prepare tailored risk reports.
Create business continuity plans and conduct compliance audits.
Maintain insurance records and review new credit applications.
Foster a culture of risk awareness through staff training and support.