Credit Control / Debtors Manager

KingsleyIrons Recruitment; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing group located in Midrand is seeking a highly skilled Credit Control / Debtors Manager. In this role, you will manage a national debtors book, ensuring compliance and efficient operations across multiple branches, while leading improvements in internal controls and debtor days. Candidates must possess a relevant tertiary qualification and have a proven track record in credit management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a Credit Control / Debtors Management role.
• Experience working with large retail accounts is essential.
• Strong understanding of the National Credit Act and legal collection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the national debtors book across 3 branches.
• Oversee daily activities: allocations, invoicing, and collections.
• Ensure legal compliance and maintain customer credit limits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Solutions-driven

Proactive

Education

BCom

Credit Management Diploma

Tools

Syspro

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

DESCRIPTION/SYNOPSIS:
An established and reputable manufacturing group is seeking a highly capable and experienced Credit Control / Debtors Manager to take full ownership of the national debtors book, covering three branches across South Africa. Based at the head office in Midrand, this key role manages accounts valued between R25 - R35 million and involves daily oversight of credit risk, debtor days, reconciliations, collections, and compliance. You will work closely with branch accountants and be supported by a shared Accounts Clerk, ensuring robust controls and efficient debtors' operations. This is a hands-on, multi-functional role suited to a confident leader with excellent organisational, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant tertiary qualification e.g BCom, Credit Management Diploma
• 5+ years' experience in a Credit Control / Debtors Management role
• Experience working with large retail accounts
• Experience in a manufacturing/production or retail environment
• Strong understanding of the National Credit Act and legal collection procedures
• Sound working knowledge of Syspro advantageous
• Advanced Excel, Outlook, and Word skills
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment advantageous

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Full credit control function across 3 branches
• Manage 200-300 active accounts and a large number of cash clients
• Oversee daily activities: allocations, invoicing, query resolution, collections
• Monitor weekly and monthly reporting, ageing, rebates, credit balances, and open items
• Ensure legal compliance, CGIC declarations, and audit readiness
• Maintain customer credit limits, update masterfiles, and review credit applications
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, aged debt reports, and risk reviews
• Control of credit notes, stock release approvals, and payment plans
• Strategic engagement with management and internal departments
• Ensure accurate records for refunds, write-offs, and legal accounts
• Lead improvements in internal controls and debtor days

SOFTSKILLS/ADDITIONAL INFO:

• Strong presence and professional communication
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Solutions-driven with sound judgment
• Self-confidence paired with the humility to seek help when needed
• Proactive, organised, and deadline-driven
• Able to engage constructively with both customers and internal stakeholders

Desired Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Solutions-driven
• Proactive

About The Employer:

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