Revenue Management Controller (Debtors Supervisor)

SUMMARY:
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with strong credit control experience and a passion for reducing debtors’ days?
Our client, a leading Property Development Company in East London, is seeking a Debtors Supervisor to take full responsibility for credit control and accounts receivable management. The ideal candidate will ensure timely collections, manage reconciliations, and maintain a healthy debtor book to support sustainable cash flow.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full debtors function, ensuring accurate invoicing and timeous collections.
• Implement and maintain credit control procedures to minimize overdue accounts.
• Perform credit checks on new tenants/clients and monitor ongoing account risk.
• Reconcile debtors’ accounts, resolve queries, and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Track and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) across the portfolio.
• Prepare reports on ageing analysis, bad debts, and collection progress.
• Negotiate payment plans and manage escalated disputes with clients.
• Prepare and process write-offs and irrecoverable debts in line with policy.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and problem resolution.
• Collaborate with finance and property management teams to ensure accurate debtor reporting.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Credit Management (advantageous).
• 2+ years’ experience in debtors/credit control (property industry experience highly beneficial).
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting/property management systems (SAGE, MDA, MRI, or similar).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of debtor management and credit control principles.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliations.
• Confident communicator with excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple debtor accounts.
• Deadline-driven, organised, and solutions-focused.
• Professional, client-oriented approach with resilience under pressure.