Assistant Credit Controller

Caparol Middle East and Africa; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Dubai is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Credit Controller to manage credit control processes. Responsibilities include customer credit evaluation, payment follow-up, and invoice handling using SAP. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Fluency in English is essential, while knowledge of Hindi or Arabic is a plus. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
• Fluency in English; Hindi or Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and evaluate new customer credit requests.
• Verify customer data via Credit Agency and AECB.
• Follow up on overdue payments by phone and email.

Skills

Credit control

Customer evaluation

SAP proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

Tools

SAP HANA

SAP FICO

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Credit Controller to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will support all credit control functions, including customer credit evaluation, payment follow-up, invoice handling, and documentation, using SAP and in coordination with internal departments and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and evaluate new customer credit requests
• Verify customer data via Credit Agency, AECB and various other verification source
• Review and submission of LC documents
• Request and follow up on credit approvals from management
• Enter and manage credit limits in SAP (HANA or FICO)
• Prepare and submit invoices; scan and archive documents
• Follow up on overdue payments by phone and email
• Record incoming payments (cash, cheque, bank transfer)
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies
• Visit clients onsite to ensure collections and maintain relationships
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve invoicing or payment issues
• Prepare reports such as aging reports, receivables, credit provisions, and customer bonuses
• Assist in audit processes and legal documentation preparation when required
• Handle credit notes, debit notes, and letters of credit/security cheques

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related field
• 2–3 years of experience in credit control or accounts receivable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Experience with SAP HANA or SAP FICO
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple priorities
• Experience in the construction industry or working with large contractors is a plus
• Fluency in English (Hindi or Arabic is a plus)