Clicks Group

About Clicks Group

Clicks Group is a leader in the pharmaceutical and retail healthcare sector in South Africa. Through its subsidiaries like United Pharmaceutical Distributors (UPD), Clicks is committed to service excellence and innovation in the supply chain and healthcare distribution space. UPD plays a critical role in pharmaceutical logistics, ensuring timely delivery and financial transparency for clients across the country.

The Opportunity: Debtors Clerk (6-Month FTC)

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Debtors Clerk to join our Lea Glen branch on a fixed-term basis. This role is crucial in supporting the Accounts Receivable team, managing customer payments, master data maintenance, and ensuring financial accuracy in a fast-paced FMCG/wholesale environment.

You will be reporting to the Debtors Supervisor (Distribution State) and collaborating with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective receivables processing and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

💳 Accounts Receivable & Payment Processing

Apply customer payments accurately and timeously.
Process customer deposits, bank statements, and letters of credit.
Resolve unidentified and unallocated payments.
Manage customer deductions and unearned discounts.
Provide proof of delivery and customer invoice copies on request.

🧾 Data Management & Dispute Resolution

Maintain accurate customer master data and documentation.
Monitor and escalate deductions or account issues.
Track and resolve unauthorized deductions and disputes.
Run reports on dispute management and deduction purging.

📁 Administration & Compliance

Ensure accurate archiving, scanning, and document control.
Support Credit Management with departmental presentations and KPI reports.
Collaborate with Customer Service and Sales to resolve customer account queries.
Assist with EDI support tasks and doubtful account processing.

What You’ll Need

Qualifications:

Matric (Senior Certificate) with Higher Grade Accounting and Mathematics.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a debtors/credit environment, preferably in high-volume FMCG or wholesale operations.

Technical Skills:

Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
Knowledge of bank reconciliations, customer service tools, and ERP systems.
Strong communication and analytical skills.

What Makes You a Great Fit

You’re analytical, fast-paced, and thrive under pressure.
You have high attention to detail and can manage high-volume processing.
You’re a team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You understand credit processes and can resolve complex payment issues.

🎯 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Ageing and resolution of unapplied/unallocated payments.
Timeliness and accuracy of processing.
Volume and value of credit notes.
Resolution speed of disputes and claims.

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✅ TIPS for CV Related to This Role

To boost your chances of getting this role:

Highlight your experience in accounts receivable—especially in high-volume environments.
Quantify your success: e.g., “Resolved 95% of disputes within 48 hours.”
Include your proficiency with Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
List your experience with bank reconciliations and ERP/financial systems.
Showcase soft skills like attention to detail, problem-solving, and customer service.

🌐 Company Website:
https://www.clicksgroup.co.za

To apply for this job please visit careers.clicksgroup.co.za.