Debtors Controller
Cape Town
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Finance Manager
About In-Line Freight Solutions
At In-Line Freight Solutions, we’re a trusted logistics partner providing innovative and efficient transport solutions across South Africa and internationally. Our commitment to excellence, customer satisfaction, and operational precision drives everything we do. We’re now looking for a Debtors Controller to join our Finance team and strengthen our financial controls and client relationships.
About the Role
The Debtors Controller will manage the Accounts Receivable (AR) function, ensuring all customer accounts are accurately maintained and collections are handled efficiently. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of credit control within a logistics environment. You’ll work closely with operations, sales, and finance teams to ensure seamless billing, timely payments, and accurate reconciliation of accounts.
Key Responsibilities
– Manage the full Accounts Receivable (AR) and credit control process.
– Assess customer creditworthiness, set up new accounts, and manage credit limits in line with company policy.
– Oversee daily AR operations, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and timeously.
– Monitor outstanding balances and follow up diligently on overdue accounts.
– Prepare and issue customer statements, credit notes, and adjustments.
– Handle domestic and international invoicing, including import/export transactions.
– Liaise with customers locally and internationally to resolve queries and ensure payment compliance.
– Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all payments are accurately allocated.
– Maintain age analysis reports and provide regular feedback to management on debtor performance and risks.
– Collaborate with Sales and Operations to ensure accuracy of billing and resolve customer disputes efficiently.
– Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including reporting and audit preparation.
– Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance AR accuracy and efficiency.
Minimum Requirements
– 5–10 years’ experience in Debtors Control or Accounts Receivable.
– Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
– Previous experience in import/export logistics or transport industry (highly advantageous).
– Proficiency in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and MS Office (Excel).
– Strong understanding of credit control principles, reconciliations, and collection procedures.
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
– Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills.
Key Competencies
– Integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
– Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts effectively.
– Excellent customer service and relationship management.
– Strong team collaboration and leadership potential.
– Deadline-driven with a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
What We Offer
– Competitive market-related salary.
– Pension Fund and Medical Insurance benefits.
– A supportive and collaborative environment that values innovation and growth.
– Opportunities for career advancement within a growing logistics business.
Closing date: 30th November 2025