Debtors Clerk

Job description

• Communication with customers (students, corporate clients) and other stakeholders within the organization
• Capturing and verification of accounts receivable
• Preparation and processing of invoices and student statements
• Reconciliation of accounts receivable ledger
• Aggressive ability to debt collect from overdue customers (students, third party institutions) including directly contacting customers with outstanding accounts and maintenance of all correspondence.
• Report to the financial accountant.
• Provide any other financial support to the financial accountant to meet the requirements of the campus.
• Generate relevant reports on accounts receivable and overdue accounts for review by management. Other Ad hoc functions required by the financial accountant

• Post-Matric qualification in Finance or equivalent
• 3-4 years working experience as a debtors clerk, inclusive of debt collection and primary functions on an accounting system. (Invoicing, credit note, reconciliations, etc)
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• High degree experience in operating spreadsheets, Microsoft Office and advance use of accounting software.

• Ability to work well under pressure and within a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent time management skills and multi-tasking.
• Ability to cope with change.
• Ability to work in a competitive environment.
• Ability to deliver excellent customer service.