Credit Controller

Smith Garb and Associates CC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is seeking a proactive Credit Controller in the Germiston/Alrode area to manage customer accounts and collect outstanding invoices. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of Credit Control experience, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic team and contribute to reducing credit risk.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ Credit Control experience in a trading environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct credit assessments using the in-house Credit Application Portal.
• Monitor compliance with credit terms and ensure proactive credit management.
• Maintain accurate Debtors Masterfile records.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service skills

Credit risk management

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Matric (Grade 12 with Maths & Accounting)

Credit Management 1–5 qualifications

Tools

Syspro system knowledge

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Credit Controller

Location: Germiston / Alrode area

Industry : Wholesale and distribution

We are recruiting for a client who is seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and detail-driven Credit Controller to join their dynamic team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing the full Credit Control function, including managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and minimising credit risk. This role requires strong communication and relationship-building skills to work closely with internal teams and external customers while driving collection targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct credit assessments using the in-house Credit Application Portal and SOPs.
• Access and interpret Credit Bureau information to make effective decisions.
• Process new and existing credit limit requests.
• Monitor compliance with credit terms and ensure proactive credit management.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships while collecting overdue accounts.
• Address customer queries using best practice processes.
• Collaborate effectively with Sales, Finance, and other departments.
• Maintain accurate Debtors Masterfile records.
• Support branch and group admin teams with payment allocations, reconciliations, remittance processing, account queries, and credit note processing.
• Provide solution-based overdue reports and implement action plans to meet deadlines.
• Ensure full compliance with company Credit Policies, SOPs, Authorisation Matrix, and EHS regulations.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12 with Maths & Accounting) or NQF Level 4 equivalent (compulsory).
• Minimum 5 years’ Credit Control experience in a trading environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Proven credit risk management and vetting experience.
• Credit Management 1–5 qualifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and advanced MS Excel.
• Ability to manage high volumes and meet deadlines.

Advantages

• Syspro system knowledge.
• Accounting Diploma.
• Experience with online Credit Bureau reports and interpretation.

If you are a highly motivated Credit Controller with a passion for accuracy, relationship management, and delivering results, we would love to hear from you.