Senior Credit Controller

Stratostaff; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An HR solutions partner seeks a Senior Credit Controller to oversee high-value debtor books and client engagements in Durban. The ideal candidate will have over 25 years of experience in credit control, particularly in TES staffing. Proficiency in financial reporting and advanced Excel skills is a must. This full-time role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with knowledge of compliance and South African financial laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum 25 years in Credit Control, preferably within TES staffing or service-based industries.
• Experience managing high-value debtor books often exceeding R30 million.
• Proven track record of handling escalated queries and negotiating payment plans.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client creditworthiness and set credit limits.
• Prepare aged debt reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage complex account reconciliations.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Advanced Excel

Portfolio Management

Client Engagement

Education

Matric

Tertiary

Tools

Sage

SAP

Accpac

Job description

Our client an expert HR Solutions Partner that provides customized Employee Solutions for your business in all sectors.

Role: Senior Credit Controller

Location: Riverhorse Valley - Durban SA

Start Date: Immediate

Industry: Temporary Employee Services

Qualification and Experience

• Matric
• Tertiary
• Minimum 25 Years in Credit Control: Preferably within TES staffing or service-based industries.
• Portfolio Management: Experience managing high-value debtor books (often exceeding R30 million) with 30-day or shorter payment terms.
• Client Engagement: Proven track record of handling escalated queries negotiating payment plans and maintaining strong client relationships.
• ERP & Accounting Systems: Proficiency in systems like Sage SAP or Accpac
• Clear Criminal record

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Advanced Excel: Pivot tables VLOOKUPs and data analysis for debtor trends.
• Reconciliations: Strong ability to reconcile complex accounts

Soft Skills & Leadership

• Communication: Clear assertive and diplomatic essential for client negotiations and internal reporting.
• Problem-Solving: Quick thinking in resolving disputes identifying root causes of delayed payments and proposing actionable solutions.
• Resilience & Tenacity: Ability to thrive under pressure and maintain professionalism in challenging debtor situations

Knowledge & Expertise

• Credit Risk Assessment: Ability to evaluate client creditworthiness set credit limits and monitor exposure.
• TES Industry Acumen: Understanding of TES billing cycles client contracts and labour-related financial nuances (e.g. wage reimbursements statutory deductions).
• Debt Recovery Strategies: Skilled in proactive collections dispute resolution and legal escalation procedures.
• Compliance & Legislation: Familiarity with South African labour laws BCEA LRA and POPIA as they relate to credit control and client data.
• Financial Reporting: Competence in preparing aged debt reports cash flow forecasts and debtor performance dashboards for senior management.
• All other related duties

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1