Senior Credit Controller| Fixed Term Contract | Kempton Park

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgexec (Pty) Ltd – a leading logistics group in Gauteng – is seeking a Senior Credit Controller to lead the Debtors team in Kempton Park. You will drive cash flow, supervise Credit Controllers and Debtors Administration, and ensure targets are met through effective delegation and performance monitoring.

Key duties include credit vetting, approving new accounts, maintaining accurate customer records, managing rebates and billing, and producing Debtors and month-end reports while upholding SLAs

Qualifications

• Credit Management certification or diploma.
• 5+ years of credit control experience in a high‑pressure environment.
• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience.
• At least 3 years' Debtors experience within the Cargo, Freight, or Transport industry.
• Strong skills in Credit Management, Management, Collections, and Account Reconciliation.
• Excellent Customer Service abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the Debtors team to achieve departmental targets.
• Plan resources around business needs, including shifts and overtime.
• Conduct credit vetting, approve accounts, and maintain account accuracy.
• Oversee billing, rebates, and customer transactions.
• Monitor and manage credit limits and overdue accounts.
• Handle customer disputes, claims, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare reports and perform month-end processes.
• Perform high-value shipment checks and identify billing discrepancies.

Skills

Credit Management

People Management

Collections

Account Reconciliation

Customer Service

Education

Diploma in Credit Management or Certification

Tools

MS Excel

Accpac

Job description

Are you ready to lead a dedicated Debtors team and drive financial efficiency within a dynamic transport and freight environment? Our client, a well-established organization in the logistics sector, is seeking a seasoned Senior Credit Controller to strengthen their finance operations and support their growth trajectory.

Where You'll Make an Impact:

• Supervise the Debtors team, including Credit Controllers and Debtors Administration, ensuring targets are met through clear delegation and performance monitoring.

• Coordinate proactive collection activities to optimize cash flow while maintaining excellent customer relationships.

• Oversee credit application processes, approve new accounts, and maintain accurate customer records.

• Manage rebates, discounts, and rewards in adherence to SLAs and GSSA standards.

• Perform comprehensive credit control functions for an allocated customer portfolio, including full reconciliation and dispute resolution.

• Prepare and distribute key reports, including Debtors and month-end statements.

• Conduct customer meetings, resolve complex account issues, and support customer retention strategies.

• Ensure compliance with procedural, deadline, and audit requirements across the Debtors function.

• Reconcile accounts and assist with month-end closing activities.

Duties:

• Supervise and support the Debtors team to achieve departmental targets.

• Plan resources around business needs, including shifts and overtime.

• Conduct credit vetting, approve accounts, and maintain account accuracy.

• Oversee billing, rebates, and customer transactions.

• Monitor and manage credit limits and overdue accounts.

• Handle customer disputes, claims, and account reconciliations.

• Prepare reports and perform month-end processes.

• Perform high-value shipment checks and identify billing discrepancies.

Requirements:

• Credit Management certification or diploma.

• 5+ years of credit control experience in a high-pressure environment.

• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience.

• At least 3 years' Debtors experience within the Cargo, Freight, or Transport industry.

• Strong skills in Credit Management, Management, Collections, and Account Reconciliation.

• Excellent Customer Service abilities.

• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in the transport or freight sectors.

• Knowledge of Accpac or similar financial systems.

What We'll Give You:

• An opportunity to lead within a growing sector.

• Supportive work environment focused on professional development.

• Chance to be part of a reputable organization dedicated to excellence.