Credit Controller

Cosmopolitan Projects; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in South Africa's residential housing sector is seeking a dedicated Credit Controller to manage tenant accounts and reduce arrears. This opportunity offers a chance to make a tangible impact within a dynamic and performance-driven environment. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and a background in property finance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in property management.
• Experience in debt collection and tenant account management preferred.
• Proven success in a Credit Controller role, ideally in property or lettings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor rent arrears and manage all active tenancy accounts.
• Contact tenants via phone, email, and letters to secure timely payments.
• Collaborate with property managers and external partners to resolve account discrepancies.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Attention to Detail

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tertiary qualification in Business-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property/Accounting software

Job description

Job category : Construction, Design, Architecture and Property Contract : Permanent Remuneration : Market Related EE position : No Introduction Cosmopolitan Projects and Central Developments Property Group has been developing property for 32 years and has delivered more than 79 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.