Credit Controller

Talent Shore; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish every Friday

19 days annual leave

Exposure to international clients

Job summary

Talent Shore is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team in Century City, Cape Town. This role focuses on managing customer ledgers and ensuring timely debt collection while maintaining strong relationships with clients.

You will enjoy a supportive culture and benefit from early finishes every Friday, annual leave, and professional growth opportunities while working in a dynamic international business.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Credit Controller or in accounts receivable.
• Experience in a technology recruitment or international recruitment environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain your own customer ledger.
• Chase outstanding debts and ensure timely payments.
• Collaborate with sales teams to ensure smooth account management.

Skills

Credit Control

Xero

Excel

Communication skills

Job description

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 11/06/2026

Job Description

Credit Controller

Location: Century City, Cape Town (On‑site)

Flexible lunch break between 12:00pm – 2:00pm

About Our Client

Our client is a fast‑growing UK‑based organisation with a global presence, partnering with some of the world's most recognised brands across a variety of industries. They are known for their collaborative culture, high‑performance environment, and commitment to professional development. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic international business where your contribution will have a direct impact on the company's success.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Credit Controller to join a growing finance team based in Century City. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships with clients, and has a proactive approach to managing accounts and collections.

You will take ownership of your own ledger and play a key role in ensuring healthy cash flow through effective credit control practices and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain your own customer ledger.
• Chase outstanding debt and ensure timely collection of payments.
• Process and allocate incoming payments accurately within the finance system.
• Set up and manage payment terms on the Invoice Finance (IF) platform.
• Monitor customer credit limits and conduct regular credit checks.
• Handle inbound and outbound payment‑related queries professionally.
• Liaise with customers to resolve outstanding account issues.
• Work closely with the Invoice Finance provider to resolve queries and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with the sales team and other internal departments to ensure smooth account management.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Credit Controller or similar accounts receivable role.
• Experience working within a technology recruitment company, recruitment agency, or international recruitment environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero is essential.
• Good understanding of general finance and accounting processes.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Comfortable liaising directly with clients, senior stakeholders, and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach to problem solving.

Benefits

• Early finish every Friday at 3:30pm (UK time).
• 19 days annual leave plus UK public holidays.
• Exposure to international clients and globally recognised brands.
• Opportunity to work within a growing international organisation.
• Supportive, collaborative, and energetic team culture.
• Clear opportunities for professional growth and development.