Senior Credit Controller

Ca Financial Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to manage the national credit control function. You'll oversee collections and credit risk management, maintaining strong customer relationships. The ideal candidate has 10 years of credit control experience and strong skills in Sage Evolution and Excel. This full-time position offers the opportunity to influence financial stability within a dynamic business.

Qualifications

• 10 years experience in a senior or full-function credit control role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts receivable processes, and credit risk.
• Proactive, detail-driven mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full credit control process from start to finish.
• Maintain and enforce credit policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly age analysis reports and cash flow forecasts.
• Handle insurance claims and liaise with collection partners.
• Support the annual audit process with accurate debtor information.

Skills

Credit Management

Accounting Principles

Advanced Excel Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Matric with studies in Credit Management

Tools

Sage Evolution (Pastel)

Job description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Credit Controller who thrives in a hands‑on entrepreneurial environment? My client is looking for a seasoned professional to take ownership of their national credit control function and play a key role in maintaining strong customer relationships and healthy cash flow.

About the client

My client is a proudly South African company supplying high‑quality material solutions to diverse industries across the country. With a reputation for reliability and innovation they operate with a lean collaborative team culture where everyone gets involved. Their business is built on long‑standing client partnerships and they’re looking for someone who will uphold those relationships with the same care and professionalism.

What you will be doing

• You’ll manage the full credit control process from start to finish overseeing collections, reconciliations and credit risk management for customers nationwide.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Maintaining and enforcing credit policies and procedures.
• Managing debtor accounts in Sage Evolution (Pastel) including reconciliations and allocations.
• Preparing monthly age analysis reports, cash flow forecasts and overdue commentary for management.
• Handling insurance claims and liaising with legal or collection partners on overdue accounts.
• Partnering closely with Sales and Customer Service to resolve queries and ensure smooth customer interactions.
• Supporting the annual audit process with accurate debtor information.

What the role requires

• Matric with studies in Credit Management.
• 10 years experience in a senior or full‑function credit control role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, accounts receivable processes and credit risk.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Sage Evolution (Pastel).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• A proactive detail‑driven mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Integrity, curiosity and a genuine passion for credit control and collections.

What’s in it for you

This is a chance to step into a trusted visible role within a dynamic business that values initiative and ownership. You’ll work directly with decision‑makers, influence financial stability and contribute ideas to improve policies and efficiency.

If you enjoy being close to the action, managing real relationships and adding measurable value to a growing company this could be your next home.

If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1