Junior Debtors Clerk (Krugersdorp)

About the position

This role requires a strong understanding of cashbook processing, cash transactions, debtors administration and account reconciliations, preferably within a manufacturing, retail or high-volume trading environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Debtors Administration

• Maintain and manage the company's debtor accounts.
• Process customer invoices, credit notes, receipts and account adjustments accurately.
• Allocate customer payments to the correct accounts.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Perform regular debtor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate customer account records.
• Assist with customer account queries and provide supporting documentation where required.
• Monitor credit limits and payment terms.
• Prepare and distribute customer statements.
• Identify and escalate overdue or problematic accounts.

Cashbook & Cash Transactions

• Perform daily cashbook processing and maintenance.
• Capture and process cash, EFT and other customer payment transactions.
• Allocate bank receipts accurately to customer accounts.
• Process payments and transactions in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform daily bank and cash reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between the cashbook, bank statements and accounting records.
• Ensure all cash transactions are properly supported and authorised.
• Maintain accurate records of cash receipts and related documentation.
• Assist with month-end cashbook and bank reconciliation processes.

Financial Administration

• Assist with month-end debtor and cashbook procedures.
• Prepare debtors ageing reports and other finance reports.
• Assist with collection activities and provide accurate information to management.
• Maintain proper filing and audit trails for financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with company financial policies and internal controls.
• Assist the finance team with general accounting and administrative duties when required.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• A relevant Finance, Accounting or Bookkeeping qualification will be advantageous.
• 2-4 years' experience as a Debtors Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk or similar finance position.
• Proven experience with cashbook processing and cash transactions is essential.
• Practical experience with bank and cash reconciliations.
• Experience with debtors reconciliations and collections.
• Experience in a manufacturing, retail or high-volume transaction environment will be advantageous.
• Good working knowledge of accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with an accounting or ERP system.

Desired Skills:

• Cashbook
• Cashbook Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 2 to 5 years Accounts Payable / Receivable

Desired Qualification Level:

• Grade 12 / Matric