Credit Controller

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR007923/PaB

Date posted:

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

400 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-oriented and results-driven finance professional with a strong track record in debt collection and credit management?

POSITION INFO:
Our client is seeking a Credit Controller to take ownership of the accounts receivable function, ensuring healthy cash flow, reduced ageing, and strong customer relationships.

This role requires a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance firmness with professionalism when engaging with customers.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the accounts receivable ledger and drive the timely recovery of outstanding customer payments.
Engage with customers to follow up on overdue accounts, resolve queries, and maintain positive working relationships.
Complete account reconciliations, apply approved discounts, and issue monthly statements and remittance advice.
Evaluate the creditworthiness of customers, determine appropriate credit limits, and ensure strict adherence to credit policies.
Track the ageing of debtors, prepare weekly cash collection forecasts, and accurately allocate all customer receipts.
Keep thorough records of all credit control activities, including payment histories, ageing analysis, and the necessary documentation.
Escalate long-outstanding debts, recommend irrecoverable write-offs, and liaise with legal representatives when required.
Set up new customer accounts in the system and ensure compliance with company processes and health and safety standards.
Provide support to senior management with additional credit or finance-related responsibilities as needed.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Degree in Accounting/Finance with a professional accounting qualification.
Credit Management Level 1 to 5.
5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
Strong MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
Experience with Pastel Partner advantageous.

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