Credit Controller

Yamaha Distributors South Africa; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor in South Africa is looking for a Credit Controller to efficiently manage an allocated Debtors book. This role involves ensuring timely collections and handling credit applications. Candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification and at least 3-5 years of experience in credit control. Proficiency in MS Office and strong attention to detail is essential. The position offers an immediate start and teamwork is critical to achieve departmental objectives.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with a tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting.
• Minimum 3-5 years of practical working experience in credit control.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an allocated Debtors book.
• Control Dealer credit activities to minimise exposure.
• Liaise with sales divisions regarding order queries and delinquent accounts.
• Perform required checks for new credit applications.
• Conduct periodic reviews of customer files and accounts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Grade 12 with Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Overview

A vacancy has arisen for a Credit Controller reporting to the Credit Manager at Tuning Fork Pty Ltd t/a Yamaha Distributors South Africa. The vacancy is open to candidates with immediate effect.

Company

Tuning Fork Pty Ltd t/a Yamaha Distributors South Africa

Reporting To

Credit Manager

Availability

Immediate

Job Description

To be responsible and accountable for maintaining an allocated Debtors book:

• Controls Dealer credit activities to minimise exposure to losses and maximise collections.
• Continuous assessment of potential bad debts for review.
• Liaise with sales divisions with regards to order queries, delinquent accounts, credit returns and the review of accounts.
• Receive credit applications from sales divisions and perform required checks to open new accounts.
• Periodic reviews of customer files and accounts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and updated credit-risk assessments.
• Month end Debtors close off completed on time with no negative interest impact.
• Teamwork to ensure team objectives achieved.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with Tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting
• Computer literate

Minimum Experience

• 3-5 years practical working experience in a commercial credit control environment

Competencies

• Methodical and accurate, paying attention to detail.
• Demonstrates ability to grasp and work with processes and systems, well developed numeracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Good documentation and organizational skills.
• Competence in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Application Deadline

15 December 2025

Important Notice

If you have not received a response within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.