Debtors Controller- Fixed Term Contract 6 months

We are seeking a proactive, disciplined, highly organized and detail-oriented Debtors Controller to support the management of debt collection activities across its group of companies.

This is a dedicated coordination and administration role focused on improving debt collection processes, maintaining accurate debtor records, tracking outstanding accounts, and ensuring that all information required for collection efforts is complete, accurate, and readily available.

The successful candidate will work closely with Managing Directors, Branch Managers, finance teams, and operational personnel while maintaining independence by reporting directly to the Managing Director of the group.

• Matric (grade 12)

• Completed Accounting Degree 2.2 Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in debtors administration, credit control, accounts receivable, or a similar finance role.

• Experience preparing account reconciliations and supporting documentation for clients.

• Proven ability to manage multiple accounts and stakeholders simultaneously.

• Experience working with accounting systems.

Required Skills

• A superior level of English literacy and numeracy essential

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong administrative and reporting capabilities.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Ability to analyse debtor information and identify collection risks.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

• Strong follow-through and ability to manage deadlines effectively

• Maintain a comprehensive debtor status report across all entities.

• Monitor outstanding debtors and identify overdue accounts requiring action.

• Collate supporting documentation required by clients to facilitate payment.

• Coordinate the collection, verification, and submission of invoices, statements, proof of delivery, supporting operational documents, and other payment-related information.

• Track all debtor interactions, commitments, disputes, and outstanding actions.

• Ensure timely follow-up with internal stakeholders regarding debtor queries and documentation requests.

• Prepare regular management reports on debt collection progress and account status.

• Escalate overdue accounts and collection risks to management.

• Monitor account disputes and ensure resolution actions are tracked to completion.

• Maintain accurate records and audit trails for all collection activities.

• Support cash-flow improvement initiatives through proactive account monitoring.

To apply for the position kindly send CV’s to ***email_hidden*** with code BMS004. Failure to mention the vacancy code will result in application not being considered.

Your C.V. will only be considered if you meet the required criteria as detailed herein, particularly that of minimum years’ experience.

Should you not receive a response within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

In terms of the Company’s Employment Equity, preference will be given in line with our Employment Equity targets.