My client is looking for a diligent and proactive Credit Controller to manage and reduce overdue debt, ensure timely cash collection, and maintain strong customer relationships. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for financial accuracy, this role could be the perfect fit for you. This role is a fixed term 6 month contract and is based in Springs, Johannesburg East. Key Responsibilities: Cash Collection: Achieve monthly cash collection targets by tracking performance, and reporting on KPIs weekly. Overdue Debt Reduction: Reconcile customer accounts, prioritize debt reduction efforts, and prepare for monthly debt reduction meetings. Payment Allocation: Accurately allocate customer payments and credit notes, reconcile unmatched credits, and ensure all unapplied cash is cleared by month-end. Customer Contact & Correspondence: Maintain regular communication with customers via calls, emails, and visits to resolve queries and collect outstanding debts. Update systems after every interaction. Debt Reconciliations: Reconcile customer accounts monthly, escalating discrepancies when needed and ensuring timely resolution. Credit Requests & Adjustments: Process credit adjustments and refunds in accordance with company procedures and approval workflows. Invoice Management: Download and submit invoices via customer portals and ensure customers receive accurate billing and statements on time. Ad Hoc Duties: Manage overdue debt with external collection agencies, prepare bad debt write-offs, monitor orders on hold, and collaborate with other teams to drive improvements. Qualifications & Experience: Completed Matric with relevant certificates in Credit Management. 5 years of experience in a credit control or similar role. Experience working with retail clients such as Massmart and BUCO. Proficiency in financial software: SAP is non-negotiable. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more finance jobs, please visit If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful.
