Credit Controller

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Credit Controller in Kimberley to manage accounts receivable and ensure timely debt collection. You will contact customers, negotiate payment plans, resolve billing issues and maintain accurate credit records.

You should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, a keen eye for detail and the ability to work independently within a finance team focused on cash flow optimization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Credit Control or Collections.
• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• Credit management knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Contact customers via phone and email to collect outstanding debts.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and settlements with customers according to policy.
• Resolve billing disputes and customer queries promptly.
• Report on aged debtors and collection status.
• Maintain accurate customer account information and credit history.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Debt collection

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Credit management qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is seeking a proactive and tenacious Credit Controller to manage their accounts receivable and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts in Kimberley . This role is vital for maintaining healthy cash flow and minimizing bad debt exposure. You will be responsible for contacting customers, negotiating payment plans, resolving billing issues, and maintaining accurate customer credit records. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and negotiation skills, a keen eye for detail, and a persistent approach to debt collection. Join a dedicated finance team focused on financial prudence and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Contact customers via phone and email to collect outstanding debts.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and settlements with customers in accordance with company policy.
• Resolve billing disputes and customer queries promptly and effectively.
• Report on aged debtors, collection status, and potential bad debt risks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to‑date customer account information and credit history.
• Collaborate with the sales team to assess new customer creditworthiness.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
• A credit management qualification is advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Credit Control or Collections role.
• Strong understanding of credit management principles and debt collection techniques.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a portfolio of customer accounts effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for ongoing training in collections best practices.
• A stable and supportive working environment in Kimberley .
• Contribute directly to the company's financial health through effective credit management.