Credit Control Fixed Term Contract

Indigo Brands; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personal care company in Epping, Cape Town, is seeking a Credit Control Fixed Term Contract (6 months) professional to manage the full credit control function for the AVI Group. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience as a Credit Controller, strong knowledge in finance, and expertise in SAP ERP and Excel. This role requires effective relationship management and thorough analysis of debtor performance. The company fosters a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years experience as a Credit Controller
• Previous experience in FMCG industry is an advantage
• Experience in dealing with Credit Insurance is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Manage payments of debtors' accounts on time
• Reconcile debtors' accounts and manage customer statements
• Conduct customer visits to resolve queries and build relationships
• Report on monthly debtors' performance to Credit Manager

Skills

Credit Control

Excel (Advanced)

Customer Relationship Management

Analysis

Education

Matric/Grade 12

Diploma OR Degree in Finance

Professional certifications in Credit Management

Tools

SAP ERP

Power BI

Job description

GROW A GREAT CAREER WITH THE COMPANY THAT GROWS GREAT BRANDS!

Join Indigo Brands, a leader in the personal care and beauty industry, where we create, market, and distribute globally recognised brands like Yardley, Lenthéric, Exclamation, English Blazer, and Gorgeous. As part of AVI Limited, we offer a fast-paced, innovative environment that values teamwork, excellence, and customer-centricity. At Indigo Brands, your contributions will be recognised, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow with a passionate team committed to success. With diverse career paths and a culture of collaboration, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive.

Step Into a Role That Makes an Impact! We’re seeking a Credit Control Fixed Term Contract (6 months) to drive success at Indigo Brands in Epping, Cape Town. This purpose of the role is to be responsible for the full credit control function for the AVI Group

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to: Credit Manager
• Direct Reports: 0

Key Areas of Impact:

1. Account Management

• Payments of debtors’ accounts – on time (in line with Trading Terms)
• Journals for discounts and rebates
• Reconciliations of the debtors’ accounts
• Customer Statements
• Facilitate New accounts – SAP system
• Master file maintenance
• Communicating with BU’s
• Customer visits to be executed to ensure good working relationship
• Query resolution – Claims etc
• Insurance Management within mandate
• Order Release within mandate

1. Customer Visits / Insights

• Regular visits of customers to resolve queries
• Regular visits of customers to build relationships
• Able to deal with internal stakeholders
• KYC (Know Your Customer) – Legal entity, shareholding etc

1. Reporting and Analysis

• Report to Team Leader / Credit Manager around Monthly debtors’ performance and queries
• Be able to analyse issues in the portfolio and make recommendations on possible remedies

1. Administration

• Audit facilitation
• Customer communication
• Business Unit communication
• Treasury Communication

What It Takes to Succeed:

Experience that set you up for success:

• 3 – 5 years experience as a Credit Controller
• Previous working experience within the FMCG industry – advantages
• SAP ERP exposure

Qualifications & Certifications that will contribute to your success:

• Matric/Grade 12
• Diploma OR Degree in Finance
• Professional certifications in Credit Management

Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:

• Excel (Advanced)
• Power BI exposure (added advantage)
• SAP (Accounts Receivable)
• Dealing with Credit Insurance an advantage
• Credit Vetting experience an advantage