Credit Manager

O'Brien Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm seeks a Credit Manager in Cape Town to minimize credit risk and oversee cash flows within the organization. This role involves managing financial processes accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading and motivating a team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, strong management skills, and proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in a related field.
• Experience in similar roles within large organisations.

Responsibilities

• Approve purchase orders and ensure compliance with the VAT Act.
• Manage age analysis reconciliations and monthly processing.
• Lead the team and oversee special projects for growth.

Skills

Team Management

Communication

Numerical Accuracy

Attention to Detail

Pressure Management

ERP Systems Proficiency

Advanced MS Office Skills

Education

Additional certifications in finance or risk management

Job description

The Credit Manager is responsible for minimising credit risk and overseeing cash inflow to maintain the financial health of the organisation. This role ensures that financial processes are accurate, complete, and compliant with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Verification : Approve purchase orders, trading term credit notes, and master data reports, ensuring compliance with the VAT Act and company standards.
• Master Data Management : Review and approve customer credit limits in line with the organisation's debtor policy.
• Query Management : Handle escalated queries promptly and professionally, collaborating with sales and customer management teams to resolve issues.
• Reporting : Manage age analysis reconciliations, agent commission calculations, weekly cash flow reviews, and month-end processing. Provide accurate and timely reports, including debtor reports, insurance reconciliations, and CGIC management.
• People Management : Lead and motivate the team, set development goals, manage performance, and oversee special projects to foster growth and efficiency.

Knowledge, Skills, & Experience :

• Experience : At least 5 years in a related field.
• Skills :

Proven team management experience.

• Strong communication abilities.
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Systematic approach to working under pressure.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced MS Office tools.
• Experience in similar roles within large organisations.
• Additional certifications in finance or risk management.