Debtors and Creditors Clerk

Essential for maintaining cash flow efficiency and operational precision, this role manages the end-to-end accounts receivable and payable functions within a structured finance environment. Working full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, with early finish Fridays and offering micro-flexibility for the mature person taking ownership), the position directly supports the Accountant and CFO in driving accurate financial reporting and administration.

Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices accurately and conduct comprehensive creditor reconciliation to ensure timely payments. Customer & Accounts Receivable Control: Capture customer invoices, allocate receipts, perform debtor reconciliation, and follow up proactively on outstanding accounts to manage credit risk. Cashbook & Banking Operations: Execute daily bank transaction processing and complete precise monthly bank reconciliation.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Support: Assist the finance leadership team with month-end closing procedures, maintaining accurate ledger records and administrative audit trails.

Requirements

Grade 12 (Matric) qualification. 3 to 5 years of dedicated experience in a combined Debtors and Creditors role. Proven proficiency in Sage Pastel and Xero Accounting software. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Solid foundational understanding of accounting principles, ledger reconciliation, and financial administration.

Fluent in professional business English (written and spoken) and Afrikaans would be beneficial. Required Software Skills Sage Pastel Accounting Xero Accounting Microsoft Excel Microsoft Office Suite