Debtors Clerk

Job description

Background: STADIO is a multi-campus higher education institution with a national footprint, as well as hosting several student support centres in South Africa and Namibia. STADIO endeavours to widen access to top quality higher education and highlight the importance of equipping graduates with accredited qualifications that are recognised by industry. STADIO offers a variety of academic and career-focused undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications through both contact and distance learning modes of delivery. STADIO is a comprehensive private higher education institution, consisting of the following academic schools: Administration and managementEngineering and architectureCommerceEducationFashion, arts and designInformation technologyLawPolicing and law enforcementSTADIO higher education is inviting applications for the position of: Debtors clerk Purpose: The Debtors Clerk is responsible for the accounts receivable function at the Centurion Campus, including debtors collections, invoicing, credit notes and student statements, reconciliation of the accounts receivable ledger and reporting on overdue accounts, and provides financial support to the Accountant to meet the requirements of the campus. Key roles and responsibilities: Debtors collections and reportingInvoicing, credit notes, journal postings and registrationsCommunication with customers (students, corporate clients) and other stakeholders within the organizationCapturing and verification of accounts receivablePreparation and processing of invoices and student statementsReconciliation of accounts receivable ledgerDetermined ability to debt collect from overdue customers (students, third party institutions) including directly contacting customers with outstanding accounts and maintenance of all correspondence.Provide any other financial support to the Accountant to meet the requirements of the campus.Generate relevant reports on accounts receivable and overdue accounts for review by management.Other ad hoc functions required by the Accountant.

Requirements

Minimum requirements: Minimum 1 year experience in debtors collections, preferably in educationSolid understanding of basic accounting principlesHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and ERP systems is essential, with hands-on experience requiredQualifications: A minimum of an NQF 6 in relevant fieldKey attributes of candidate: Honest, reliable, and willing to adapt to a growing departmentAbility to work well under pressure and within a teamAbility to communicate effectivelyExcellent time management skills and multi-taskingAbility to cope with changeAbility to work in a competitive environmentAbility to deliver excellent customer serviceService deliveryWritten and verbal communication skillsAssumption date: 11 January 2027 Applications: Candidates wishing to apply for the position are required to: Submit a letter of motivation, concisely detailing interest in and individual suitability for the position.Submit a concise CV without attachments.Clearly indicate which position applying for in the header of the email: Reference: Name_Surname_CENDEB1Applications must be submitted by email to: [[centurion-recruitment@stadio.ac.za]] All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Higher Education reserves the right to not fill this position. Should you not hear from STADIO within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. In terms of the Company policy for appointments and promotions, preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team and contribute to employment equity within the Company provided that the competencies and minimum requirements for the position have been met.