Senior Debtors Officer – Cape Town CBD

SUMMARY:
Are you experienced in the full debtors function, as well as CIPC and SARS administration?
 
Our client, based in Cape Town CBD, is seeking a detail-oriented professional to take full ownership of the debtors function. You’ll manage client fee queries, perform reconciliations and fact-checking, and handle all related administrative tasks.
 
If you’re organised, proactive, and ready to take ownership, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

• Matric or equivalent
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in client management or debtors within an accounting, audit, tax or financial services environment
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word, advanced Excel, Outlook, Sage and/or Xero; experience with electronic client systems advantageous
• High attention to detail with strong numerical ability and accuracy
• Fast, accurate typing and excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans
• Trustworthy and discreet with confidential information
• Able to perform under pressure and manage urgent tasks effectively
• Professional, well-presented and a strong team player with a positive attitude
• Able to escalate matters appropriately to management when required

• Perform the full debtors function, ensuring accuracy of payments, amounts and records
• Manage client relations by responding to queries and clearly communicating fee structures, planning and retainer details
• Handle new client enquiries, prepare quotes, engagement letters and onboard new clients
• Approve fee estimates and monitor deliverables from the production team
• Liaise with clients and third parties to ensure a high level of client satisfaction
• Provide administrative and billing support to the production/accounting/tax teams, including fee document preparation
• Manage general administration including document control, data entry, invoicing, email correspondence and time tracking follow-ups
• Assist with statutory and regulatory administrative requirements (SARS, CIPC, and related processes)
• Undertake additional reasonable duties as required