Credit Controller

SUMMARY:
Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable / Debtors professional with a strong background in retail client management?

POSITION INFO:
My client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Credit Controller to manage the full receivables function, ensuring accurate invoicing, payment allocation, account reconciliations and effective collections. Key Responsibilities: Generate and send accurate customer invoices promptly following sales. Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on overdue payments. Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers. Set and review customer credit limits based on financial information and payment history. Conduct daily credit checks on relevant credit platforms. Upload and maintain all required customer documentation on debtors\/vendor portals. Negotiate payment plans and settlements where required. Escalate collection efforts on high-risk or defaulting accounts. Identify and flag high-risk accounts to minimise potential losses. Maintain professional relationships and communication with customers and key retail clients. Resolve customer queries relating to billing, payments and account balances. Send statements, invoices and detailed customer ledgers as required. Record and allocate incoming payments accurately against the relevant invoices. Prepare monthly administration and interest charge schedules for invoicing. Perform regular customer account reconciliations. Update the daily Pastel invoice batch. Complete vendor forms and other customer documentation as authorised. Prepare contract cancellation letters for defaulting clients. Prepare documentation for the handover of default accounts. Collaborate with Sales, Legal and Finance teams regarding customer and contractual risks. Ensure compliance with company credit policies, accounting standards and relevant regulations. Continuously identify opportunities to improve credit and collection processes. Assist with audits and other finance-related requirements. Prepare regular reports on outstanding receivables and overdue accounts. Assist with cash flow forecasting based on expected collections. Perform additional duties as required by management. Job Experience and Skills Required: Relevant qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Credit Management or a related field. Minimum 5 years' Accounts Receivable \/ Debtors experience. Proven experience working with retail clients is essential. Experience in a high-volume environment with the ability to work under pressure. Proficiency in Pastel, Sage X3 or a similar accounting system. Strong Excel skills. Apply now! For more exciting (Finance\/ Engineering\/ IT \/ Supply Chain \/ Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: 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: Juanette Lotter Executive Consultant