Remote Recruitment
Posted 27 days ago
Credit Controller
South Africa, ZARemote
AI Summary
Job OverviewWe are seeking a motivated and experienced Credit Controller to manage the full debtors function and ensure timely collection of outstanding accounts.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and maintain the debtors ledger with accuracySend statements, invoices, and payment reminders to clients on scheduleFollow up on overdue accounts via phone and emailAllocate and reconcile payments received against outstanding invoicesAssess credit applications and set appropriate credit limitsEscalate long-out
About this role
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Credit Controller to manage the full debtors function and ensure timely collection of outstanding accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the debtors ledger with accuracy
- Send statements, invoices, and payment reminders to clients on schedule
- Follow up on overdue accounts via phone and email
- Allocate and reconcile payments received against outstanding invoices
- Assess credit applications and set appropriate credit limits
- Escalate long-outstanding or disputed accounts to management
- Prepare aged debtors reports for the finance team
Qualifications and Experience
- 2+ years of experience in credit control or debtors management
- Strong knowledge of credit control procedures and reconciliations
- Proficiency in accounting software (Sage, Xero, Pastel, or similar)
- Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail
- Professional communication skills for client-facing collections
- Ability to meet monthly collection targets independently
- Understanding of South African credit legislation is advantageous
- Diploma or degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
Salary: R25,000/month | 100% Remote