Senior Credit Controller - Lead Collections & Cash Flow

Smith Garb & Associates; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Garb & Associates is seeking a Senior Credit Controller to lead the credit control function for a fast-paced freight and logistics client in Gauteng. You will drive collections, manage high-value debtor accounts, and mentor a small team to improve cash flow.

Responsibilities include overseeing credit risk, reviewing credit limits, and collaborating with sales and operations to resolve account queries while ensuring accurate debtor reporting and month-end close.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Credit Management qualification or relevant Finance qualification advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Credit Control or Accounts Receivable.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Freight, logistics, transport, cargo or related industry experience advantageous.
• Experience with debt collection, reconciliations, customer account management, and credit risk.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full credit control function and ensure timely collection of outstanding debt.
• Lead and mentor the Credit Control team while monitoring performance and productivity.
• Manage customer accounts, reconciliations, credit limits, and dispute resolution.
• Produce debtor reports, analyse ageing, and provide recommendations to management.
• Review and approve new credit applications in line with company policy.
• Reduce debtor days while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with sales and operational teams to resolve account queries efficiently.
• Ensure month-end credit control processes are completed accurately and on time.
• To manage the company’s debtor book, ensure timely collection of outstanding monies, and maintain healthy cash flow through effective credit control.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Education

Matric

Credit Management qualification

Tools

Accpac/Sage 300

Winfreight

Freight Easy

IVS

Job description

Smith Garb & Associates is seeking a Senior Credit Controller to lead the credit control function for a fast-paced freight and logistics client in Gauteng. You will drive collections, manage high-value debtor accounts, and mentor a small team to improve cash flow.

Responsibilities include overseeing credit risk, reviewing credit limits, and collaborating with sales and operations to resolve account queries while ensuring accurate debtor reporting and month-end close.