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Debtors Controller

Humankind

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 21 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Debtors Controller (Accounts Receivable Specialist)

Johannesburg Finance Department Permanent Role

Job Purpose

A well-established organisation is seeking a Debtors Controller to manage and optimise the accounts receivable function. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt maintaining accurate debtor records resolving customer queries and supporting cash flow objectives.
This role requires strong attention to detail excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to credit control and debtor management.

Key Responsibilities

Debtors & Collections Management

Manage the full debtors book and ensure timely collection of outstanding accounts
Implement effective collection strategies to minimise overdue debt
Follow up with customers via phone email and written communication
Resolve payment disputes and account queries efficiently
Escalate high-risk or non-paying accounts where necessary

Accounts Receivable Processing

Allocate payments accurately according to remittances
Process and reconcile debtor accounts on a daily/monthly basis
Maintain accurate and up-to-date debtor ledger records
Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare monthly debtor statements and age analysis reports
Monitor overdue accounts and provide collection performance updates
Assist management with cash flow and debtor reporting

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Work closely with sales operations and finance teams
Provide professional and timely customer service

Compliance & Administration

Ensure compliance with credit policies and internal controls
Maintain proper documentation of all debtor-related activities
Support audit requirements when needed

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve debtor collection processes
Contribute to efficiency improvements within the AR function

Minimum Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration or related field (advantageous)
35 years experience in Debtors / Credit Control / Accounts Receivable
Strong understanding of debt collection processes and reconciliations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP Pivot Tables XLOOKUP advantageous)
Experience working on ERP systems (SAP Syspro Oracle Pastel or similar)
Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines

Key Competencies