Senior Credit Controller

Recruiter:

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref:

JHB008058/CW

Date posted:

Friday, May 22, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A well-established organisation based in Johannesburg is seeking a highly professional and experienced Senior Credit Controller to join their team.
This role requires a mature, confident individual with strong interpersonal skills who is comfortable dealing directly with customers and handling sensitive account matters in a professional and diplomatic manner. The client is not in a rush to fill the role and is focused on finding the right long-term fit — ideally someone stable, experienced, and currently employed but open to a strategic career move.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Manage accounts, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded and maintained
Handle member queries and resolve account-related issues efficiently and professionally
Follow up on outstanding accounts and ensure timeous collections
Perform the full administrative function relating to member accounts, including journals, reconciliations, and account maintenance
Supervise credit control staff and oversee related processes
Ensure high levels of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times

Minimum Requirements:

Credit Control qualification or related financial qualification
Minimum 10 years’ experience in Credit Control, including exposure to a Senior Credit Controller role
Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent communication and relationship management skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Professional, mature, and assertive personality
Ability to manage difficult conversations with tact and confidence

Ideal Candidate:

The successful candidate will be highly organised, emotionally mature, professional in presentation and communication, and able to deal confidently with individuals across various levels. A strong personality, combined with diplomacy and excellent administrative ability, will be key to success in this role.

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