Trade & Debtor Finance Operations Assistant

Dante•Melrose, MA

About The Position

Our client in the financial services industry, based in Johannesburg North, is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Trade & Debtor Finance Operations Assistant. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day financial and administrative functions of the business, including transaction processing, client account monitoring, financial information review, trade documentation coordination and operational support.

Requirements

Matric.
Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience.
Previous experience in trade finance, debtor finance, credit control, or general finance operations.
Experience working in a trade or debtor finance department or banking environment.
Highly intermediate or advanced Excel skills.
Proficiency using MS Word, Outlook and Teams.

Responsibilities

Process and monitor daily financial transactions, including client billing and related documentation.
Coordinate funding requests and drawdowns.
Monitor client accounts, credit facilities, outstanding balances and payment obligations.
Maintain accurate financial spreadsheets, client records and supporting documentation.
Liaise with internal finance and accounts teams.
Accurately calculate and invoice monthly fees, interest and other client charges.
Request and review regular client financial information.
Interpret financial information and assist with monitoring client exposures and account activity.
Review and coordinate documentation relating to international trade, shipping and foreign exchange transactions.
Assist with import costing, landed cost calculations and stock-related administration.
Provide operational support to management and respond to client queries when required.