Credit Controller

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement with Mahikeng-

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a proactive Credit Controller to join our finance team. The role focuses on managing customer accounts, reducing bad debts, and ensuring timely collections in a hybrid office/remote setup.

You will negotiate payment arrangements, perform credit checks, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with sales and finance to resolve issues. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in credit control, strong communication, and detail orientation.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Proven track record of effective debt collection and account management.
• Strong understanding of credit control principles and practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Contact customers via phone, email, and other channels to follow up on overdue accounts.
• Negotiate payment arrangements with customers, adhering to company policies.
• Resolve customer queries and disputes related to invoicing and payments.
• Maintain accurate records of all collection activities and customer communications.
• Perform credit checks on new and existing customers to assess creditworthiness.
• Identify and report on potential bad debts and make recommendations for action.
• Collaborate with the sales and finance teams to resolve account issues.
• Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status and collection effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with credit control policies and procedures.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Problem-solving

Tools

SAP

QuickBooks

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading distributor of industrial goods based in Mahikeng, North West, is looking for a proactive and results-driven Credit Controller to join their finance team. This role is vital in managing customer accounts, minimizing bad debt, and ensuring timely collection of payments. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to build rapport with clients while maintaining firm collection strategies. The hybrid work model allows for a blend of office-based responsibilities and remote flexibility, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Contact customers via phone, email, and other channels to follow up on overdue accounts.
• Negotiate payment arrangements with customers, adhering to company policies.
• Resolve customer queries and disputes related to invoicing and payments.
• Maintain accurate records of all collection activities and customer communications.
• Perform credit checks on new and existing customers to assess creditworthiness.
• Identify and report on potential bad debts and make recommendations for action.
• Collaborate with the sales and finance teams to resolve account issues.
• Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable status and collection effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with credit control policies and procedures.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Proven track record of effective debt collection and account management.
• Strong understanding of credit control principles and practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks) and MS Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Experience in a B2B environment is advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work setting.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, along with performance-based incentives for achieving collection targets.
• Employees receive medical aid benefits and contribute to a retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and upskilling are available.
• The hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility, combining essential office-based work in Mahikeng, North West, with remote working days.
• This role is perfect for an individual looking to grow their career in financial administration within a stable and respected company.