Credit Controller

About the position

A leading manufacturing company is looking for a detail-driven and assertive Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This role plays a key part in maintaining the financial health of the business by managing credit risk and ensuring timely debt recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the debtor book to ensure prompt collection of outstanding payments
  
  
• Evaluate credit applications and liaise with credit bureaus
  
  
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve customer queries
  
  
• Capture and process invoices, credit notes, and receipts
  
  
• Allocate payments and maintain accurate records
  
  
• Report regularly on the status of accounts receivable
  
  
• Manage payment plans, late payers, and customers on hold
  
  
• Collaborate closely with the Sales team and support compliance for export transactions
  
  
• Provide supporting documentation for customer reviews and legal proceedings
  
  

Ideal Candidate

• Matric (Grade 12) with a tertiary qualification in Credit Control or Finance (preferred)
  
  
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in a similar role
  
  
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
  
  
• Excellent reconciliation and administrative skills
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software
  
  
• Confident, calm, and assertive under pressure
  
  
• High attention to detail with sound commercial judgment
  
  
• Passionate about building a long-term career in finance
  
  

What’s On Offer?

An opportunity to join a dynamic finance team where your contribution will directly impact business sustainability and cash flow performance. You'll work in a supportive environment that values precision, initiative, and collaboration.

Desired Skills:

• Cash Flow Management
• Credit Control
• Credit Management
• Customer Service
• Debt Collection
• Debtors
• Invoices