Credit Control

Description:

Job Title: Credit Controller Location: Parkmore, Sandton Job Type: Full-Time Reports to: Finance Manager Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's debtor ledger, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, and maintaining strong relationships with clients to support cash flow and minimise risk. Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively manage and monitor the collection of outstanding debt.
• Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity and ensure the debtor ledger is up to date.
• Liaise with clients via phone and email regarding outstanding invoices.
• Resolve queries efficiently and effectively to ensure prompt payment.
• Issue monthly statements and reminders in accordance with company policy.
• Monitor credit limits and advise on risk, working with sales and finance to manage client accounts.
• Assist in preparing reports on debtor balances and aged debt analysis.
• Support the month-end process by providing debtor information and reconciliations.
• Liaise with legal teams or external agencies where necessary for escalated debt recovery.
• Ensure compliance with company credit control procedures and policies.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar Credit Control role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of credit control legislation and best practices.

Requirements:

• Proactively manage and monitor the collection of outstanding debt.
• Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity and ensure the debtor ledger is up to date.
• Liaise with clients via phone and email regarding outstanding invoices.
• Resolve queries efficiently and effectively to ensure prompt payment.
• Issue monthly statements and reminders in accordance with company policy.
• Monitor credit limits and advise on risk, working with sales and finance to manage client accounts.
• Assist in preparing reports on debtor balances and aged debt analysis.
• Support the month-end process by providing debtor information and reconciliations.
• Liaise with legal teams or external agencies where necessary for escalated debt recovery.
• Ensure compliance with company credit control procedures and policies.

• Proven experience in a similar Credit Control role.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of credit control legislation and best practices.