Credit Controller - Cape Town

Credit Controller
Seeking a highly efficient and dynamic Credit Controller to join the finance team, based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town. You will form part of a small team that manages the full credit and collections process, ultimately ensuring a healthy cash flow and optimal financial performance of the company.
Duties include the following, but not limited to:
• Responsible for the entire credit and receivable account process for a portfolio of accounts.
• Credit vetting; evaluating the creditworthiness and credit limits of new and existing customers through financial analysis, regular credit checks and payment history review.
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payments and promptly address any delays or discrepancies.
• Formulate strategies to minimize the risk of bad debt; delinquent; non-payment; and late payment customers.
• Build rapport and maintain positive relationships with customers, while effectively mitigating credit risks, ensuring timely collections, negotiating payment terms and resolve billing queries.
• Coordinate with relevant internal departments, i.e. sales; CSD and accounts regarding credit related matters and resolve them effectively.
• Generate regular reports on accounts receivable, mainly cash flow forecast for collections and credit risk management, highlighting areas of concern or improvement.
• Remain updated with industry trends and best practises within credit control, to identify process enhancements which will ultimately improve the department s overall performance and efficiency.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or similar or Credit Management 1,2,3.
• 3 – 5 Years’ experience in managing credit and accounts receivables or in a similar credit management role.
• Syspro knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of credit control principles, practices and regulations.
• Experience with telephonic collections using strong telephonic etiquette.
• Proficiency in using financial software and credit management tools.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate financial information, perform risk assessments and make informed credit decisions.
• Advanced Level Excel skills.
• Ability to implement accounting principles and practices effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong time management and organisations skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
Salary: R21 000 TCTC