Senior Debtors Supervisor

SUMMARY:
Senior Debtors Supervisor- Pretoria, Faerie Glen

POSITION INFO:
Our client based in Faerie Glen is looking for a Senior Debtors Supervisor to join their team.

Overview:
The Senior Debtors Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the full debtors function, ensuring accurate invoicing, effective collections, & strong internal controls. This role involves reconciling customer accounts, managing communication with clients regarding outstanding payments, & ensuring the team
adheres to procedures.

Requirements:

• Matric
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a full-function creditors role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or senior position.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, procurement cycles, and accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (Sage, or similar).
• Experience in the logistics or transport industry is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail

• Oversee the full debtors cycle.
• Review & approve all customer invoices for accounts.
• Communicate directly with customers to resolve outstanding balances, disputes, or account issues.
• Perform regular debtor reconciliations to ensure accuracy of customer accounts.
• Monitor the debtor age analysis report & follow up on overdue accounts.
• Ensure that all receipts are correctly allocated to customer accounts & that remittance advice is followed up if not received.
• Prepare & distribute weekly & monthly debtors reports with commentary on overdue accounts & expected cash inflows.
• Highlight risks & potential delays in collections to management.
• Assist with forecasting cash flow based on anticipated debtor receipts.
• Provide audit support relating to the debtors’ book, reconciliations, & documentation.
• Supervise & support two debtors’ clerks, ensuring workloads are managed & deadlines are met.
• Review work done by the team to ensure it meets accuracy, control, & compliance standards.
• Provide training & mentoring to team members to improve efficiency & understanding of the debtor’s function.
• Monitor adherence to collection procedures & escalate where necessary.