About the role:Join as a Credit Controller at our client's Paarl office, where you'll manage company debtors with precision. Responsibilities include reconciling accounts, negotiating payment plans, and ensuring compliance. They seek a detail-oriented individual with accounting skills and proficiency in Sage 3, Athena, and Microsoft 365. Apply now for a dynamic finance role that makes a real impact!
Skills and Experience Required:- Basic accounting skills;
- Senior Certificate or equivalent experience;
- A formal qualification in accounting or finance (advantageous);
- 5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or 2 years as a Credit Controller;
- Proficiency in accounting practices, Sage 3, Athena, and Microsoft 365;
- Ability to reconcile debtors' accounts daily, weekly, and monthly;
- Capacity to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
- Excellent verbal communication skills;
- Impeccable attention to detail;
- Ability to deal with problematic clients;
- Good understanding of legal requirements, payment plans, and interest rates;
Minimum Education Requirements:- Minimum Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 with Accounting passed with a grade of C or higher;
- BCom degree or similar (advantageous);
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing;
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 with advanced Excel skills;
- Familiarity with Athena, Sage 3, or similar systems;
Duties and Responsibilities:- Managing and collecting debts from company debtors;
- Handling PODs/Claims procedures;
- Ensuring timely payments within agreed terms;
- Following up on overdue accounts and negotiating payment plans;
- Maintaining credit limits for customers;
- Updating customer database with accurate information;
- Processing accounts receivable and incoming payments as per policies;
- Responding to customer inquiries promptly;
- Reporting payment issues to Financial Manager and Sales Management;
- Improving debt collection processes;
- Maximising sales using credit terms while minimising default risk;
- Adhering to company credit control policies and procedures set by the Financial Manager.
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