Debtors Manager (Transport)

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a Debtors Manager to take full ownership of the debtors function within a fast-paced, technology-driven transport and logistics environment.

The role combines oversight of invoicing, credit risk, and cash flow optimisation with hands-on leadership of the debtors team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident people manager to make a real impact in a high-growth, innovative logistics business where accuracy, speed, and smart financial controls matter.

POSITION INFO:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and oversee the full debtors/accounts receivable function, including invoicing, allocations, collections, and reconciliations
• Ensure accurate and timeous invoicing in line with transport contracts, rate cards, PODs, SLAs, and supporting documentation
• Monitor debtor age analysis and actively manage overdue accounts to reduce debtor days and bad debt exposure
• Implement, maintain, and enforce credit control policies and procedures
• Assess customer creditworthiness, recommend credit limits, and manage ongoing credit risk
• Liaise with operations, claims, and finance teams to resolve invoicing disputes and outstanding PODs efficiently
• Prepare monthly debtors reports, cash flow forecasts, and management dashboards
• Manage escalations, payment arrangements, and legal handovers where required
• Maintain strong professional client relationships while enforcing payment terms
• Lead, supervise, and manage the debtor’s team, including workload allocation and performance monitoring
• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and development plans for team members
• Manage attendance, leave, disciplinary matters, and compliance with labour legislation and company HR policies
• Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, automation, and internal controls
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, internal controls, and financial governance standard

• Matric (essential)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a debtors or accounts receivable management role
• Transport / logistics industry experience (advantageous)
• Proven experience managing and leading a team
• Strong understanding of credit management, debt collection, and accounts receivable processes
• Proficiency in accounting systems such as Sage, Pastel, SAP, or similar
• Advanced Excel skills for reporting, analysis, and forecasting
• Knowledge of South African labour legislation (advantageous)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
• High attention to detail with excellent organisational and time-management abilities