Debtors Controller
- Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Minimum Education: Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Preferred Qualifications: Studies in Bookkeeping, International Trade, Logistics, or related fields are advantageous.
- Industry Experience: Previous experience in the sea freight or shipping industry is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
- Proficiency in accounting software such as Evolution, Pastel, or similar systems.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and reconciliations.
- Solid knowledge of VAT regulations and invoicing requirements.
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in capturing, processing, and reconciling accounts.
- Communication: Clear and professional in both written and verbal interactions with internal teams and external clients.
- Time Management: Prioritise tasks effectively to meet daily, weekly, and month-end deadlines.
- Investigative Ability: Capable of interpreting shipment details, verifying charges, and cross-checking cost sheets.
- Maintain accurate customer accounts and ensure timely invoicing.
- Prepare and send customer statements and invoices on a daily basis.
- Ensure adherence to credit control policies and procedures.
- Provide weekly updates and reconciliations to the Senior Accounts Manager.
- Build and maintain professional relationships with clients.
- Resolve invoice-related queries promptly and accurately.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and relevant financial legislation.
- Support both internal and external audit processes by maintaining accurate and accessible records.