Debtors Manager - Logistics, Cape Town

Job Title:

Debtors Manager - Logistics

Location:

Cape Town, Northern Suburbs

Salary:

R45 000.00– R50 000.00 CTC per month

Our client, a leading logistics company based in Cape Town, Northern Suburbs are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented

Debtors Manager

who will be responsible for managing the full debtor’s function within a fast-paced transport and logistics environment. The role includes oversight of invoicing and collections, credit risk management, cash flow optimisation, and the people management and HR-related administration of the debtor’s team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee the full debtor’s function, including invoicing, allocations, collections, and reconciliations

Ensure accurate and timeous invoicing in line with transport contracts, rate cards, PODs, and SLAs

Monitor debtor age analysis and actively manage overdue accounts

Implement and enforce credit control policies and procedures

Assess customer creditworthiness and recommend credit limits

Liaise with operations and claims teams to resolve invoicing disputes efficiently

Ensure follow-up on outstanding PODs and supporting documentation but also resolving queries.

Prepare monthly debtors reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections

Reduce debtor days and bad debt exposure

Manage escalations, payment arrangements, and legal handovers where required

Maintain strong client relationships while enforcing payment terms

HR&Team Management

Lead, supervise, and manage the debtors team

Allocate workloads, set performance expectations, and monitor output

Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and development plans for team members

Manage attendance, leave, and timekeeping in line with company policies

Address disciplinary issues, poor performance, and misconduct in accordance with labour legislation and company procedures

Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new debtors staff

Foster a positive, professional, and high-performance team culture

Ensure compliance with HR policies, POPIA, and internal controls

Minimum Requirements

Matric (essential)

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Minimum of

5 years’ experience

in a debtors management role

Transport / logistics industry experience is (advantageous)

Proven experience managing a team

Strong knowledge of South African labour legislation (advantageous)

Strong Excel and accounting system experience (e.g. Sage, Pastel, SAP, or similar).

Key Competencies Required

Strong understanding of credit risk assessment techniques, credit analysis, and credit scoring models.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial statements, credit reports, and other credit-related data.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and interact with customers.

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.

Strong leadership, coaching, and people‑management skills

Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills

High attention to detail and strong organisational skills

Professional, fair, and consistent management style

Salary:

Competitive Cost to Company of R45 000 to R 50 000.00 per month.

How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and any supporting documents to with the subject line "Debtors Manager."

If you have not received feedback within 2 weeks of applying, consider your application unsuccessful.

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