Credit Controller

Cosmopolitan Projects; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company in Gauteng is seeking a dedicated Credit Controller to manage tenant accounts and improve financial health. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of property management experience, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of rental collection processes. Join this dynamic team and contribute to impactful property management.

Benefits

Excellent work experience

Job stability

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in property management.
• Experience in debt collection and tenant account management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor rent arrears and manage all active tenancy accounts.
• Contact tenants to secure timely payments.
• Set up and track payment plans as needed.
• Generate reports on arrears and collections.
• Initiate legal action for debt recovery when necessary.

Skills

Credit Control expertise

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Understanding of tenancy legislation

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification in business-related field

Tools

Property management software

Accounting software systems

Job description

Job category : Construction, Design, Architecture and PropertyContract : PermanentRemuneration : Market RelatedEE position : NoIntroductionCosmopolitan Projects and Central Developments Property Group has been developing property for 32 years and has delivered more than

• units to date.

Through constant innovation, attention to every detail in the development process and a strong focus on quality and value for money, the group has firmly established itself as the market leader in South Africa's residential housing sector, offering its employees excellent work experience, job stability and career growth.

Are you an entrepreneurial thinker who is passionate about business and want to improve people's lives?

Then this is your chance to join our dynamic company. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Credit Controller to manage tenant accounts, reduce arrears, and help maintain the financial health of our growing property portfolio.

If you have a strong background in property finance and a passion for process improvement, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor rent arrears and manage all active tenancy accounts.
• Contact tenants via phone, email, and letters to secure timely payments.
• Set up, track, and enforce payment plans as needed.
• Collaborate with property managers and external partners to resolve account discrepancies.
• Generate weekly and monthly reports on arrears, collections, and high-risk accounts.
• Initiate and manage legal action for debt recovery, working closely with legal teams and courts.
• Maintain accurate financial records using property management and accounting systems.
• Continuously improve credit control procedures and internal policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Matric (Grade 12) is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in property management.
• Tertiary qualification in a business-related field is advantageous.
• Experience in debt collection and tenant account management is preferred.

Skills & Core Competencies

• Proven success in a Credit Controller role, ideally in property or lettings.
• Strong grasp of rental collection processes and tenancy legislation (advantageous).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• High level of accuracy in financial documentation and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and property / accounting software systems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently under pressure.

Why Work With Us?

Join a team that values precision, proactive problem-solving, and client service excellence.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact in a dynamic, performance-driven property environment.