Credit Control Administrator (Accounts Receivable)

Smith Garb & Associates; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wholesale business in Alberton is seeking a Credit Control Specialist to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial operations. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of Credit Control experience and advanced Excel skills. Join our forward-thinking team to make an impact in the Credit Control department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years proven Credit Control experience, preferably in wholesale.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in conflict resolution and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile daily cash-ups from the sales team.
• Capture cash sales payments into the ERP system.
• Ensure compliance with the Cash Sales Policy.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Support the Credit Control function.

Skills

Reconciliation of accounts

Advanced MS Excel skills

Written and verbal communication

Conflict management

Customer service skills

Education

Matric (Grade 12 with Maths & Accounting) or NQF Level 4

Accounting Diploma

Tools

Syspro system

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Reconciliation of sales team daily cash-ups
• Capturing cash sales payments into the ERP system
• Monitoring and ensuring full compliance with the Cash Sales Policy
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders
• Resolving queries effectively using best-practice processes
• Collaborating with Sales, Finance, and other departments to meet deadlines
• Supporting the full Credit Control function (with an initial focus on administration rather than collections and credit vetting)
• Ensuring compliance with the Company's Credit Policy, SOPs, Authorisation Matrix, and Health & Safety (EHS) regulations

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12 with Maths & Accounting) or NQF Level 4 equivalent Compulsory
• Minimum 5 years proven Credit Control experience (wholesale environment experience highly advantageous)
• Advanced MS Excel skills non-negotiable
• Strong account reconciliation skills non-negotiable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Conflict management and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Ability to handle high volumes and meet strict deadlines

Added Advantages

• Syspro system knowledge
• Accounting Diploma
• Experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused service environment

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking wholesale business where you will play a vital role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and smooth financial operations within the Credit Control team.

Location: Alberton Head Office