Credit Controller

About the position

Are you a Credit Controller who thinks beyond “Please pay ASAP”? If you’re analytical, innovative and obsessed with building smarter processes, not just chasing debt, this fintech disruptor wants you on their cash flow command centre. This isn’t about dialling for Rands - It’s about managing risk, protecting relationships and engineering collections with precision.
Our client is a fast-scaling innovative fintech company where data drives decisions and efficiency is king. They’re looking for a Credit Controller who can blend strong collections expertise with process improvement thinking. You’ll play a key role in protecting cash flow, strengthening credit risk management and enhancing systems and controls. If you enjoy refining workflows, optimising reporting and implementing smarter ways of working, you’ll thrive here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform credit checks and onboard new customer accounts
• Collect outstanding debts within KPI targets
• Allocate and reconcile customer payments
• Manage overdue accounts, payment plans, demand letters and account holds
• Escalate bad debts and present high-risk accounts to the Risk Committee
• Prepare weekly and month-end age analysis reports with commentary
• Process debit order runs, refunds and adjustment journals
• Maintain accurate customer master data
• Resolve customer queries
• Support audit requirements and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Drive continuous improvements in credit processes and efficiencies

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• Degree or National Diploma in Credit Management / Accounting, or Credit Management Certificate (Level 4 or 5)
• 5+ years’ credit control & credit risk management experience
• Proven track record in collecting outstanding debt successfully
• Experience within a high volume, fast paced environment
• Experience with Accpac or Microsoft Dynamics
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel
• Strong analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement
• Ability to balance firm collections with strong customer relationship management

If you’re ready to modernise credit control, optimise cash flow and bring innovation to collections, this is your chance to turn receivables into results!

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Executive Consultant
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Desired Skills:

• credit control
• accounts receivable
• credit management