Debtors and Creditors Clerk (Automotive Industry)

Location: Sandton, Gauteng (On‑site)
Salary: R22,000 – R30,000 per month (negotiable)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full‑Time

Role Overview:
Join a leading automotive group as a Debtors & Creditors Clerk. You will manage both sides of the ledger—ensuring timely supplier payments and efficient debtor collections—while adhering to industry‑specific compliance standards (vehicle financing, warranty accounts).

Core Duties:

• Debtors Management:

  • Issue invoices for vehicle sales and service work; monitor payment due dates.

  • Follow up on overdue accounts via calls and statements; negotiate payment plans.

  • Allocate receipts and reconcile debtor statements monthly.

• Creditors Management:

  • Process tires, parts, and service supplier invoices; validate against work orders.

  • Execute payment runs, ensuring warranty‑claim invoicing is handled correctly.

  • Reconcile supplier statements, investigating return‑and‑credit transactions.

• Reconciliation & Controls:

  • Reconcile interbranch transfers and manufacturer rebates.

  • Ensure compliance with VAT regulations and financial‑audit requirements.

• Reporting & Analysis:

  • Prepare ageing schedules for both debtors and creditors.

  • Provide cash‑flow projections for the dealership’s finance committee.

Requirements:

• Diploma or higher in Accounting/Financial Management.

• 3+ years’ experience in a combined debtors/payables role (automotive sector advantage).

• ERP experience (e.g., Dealer Management Systems, SAP, DMS+).

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong negotiation skills for credit‑control discussions.

• High attention to detail; accurate ledger entries.

• Analytical mindset; comfortable with month‑end and quarter‑end tasks.

Employee Benefits:

• Competitive medical and life‑cover benefits.

• Annual performance bonus.

• 22 days’ annual leave + public holidays.

• Staff vehicle‑purchase discounts.