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Credit Controller

Full-time

PRR Recruitment Services

Role Purpose

To manage the companys debtor book, ensure timely collection of outstanding monies, and maintain healthy cash flow through effective credit control practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Debt collection Contact clients to collect outstanding payments via phone, email, and statements.

  • Account reconciliation Match payments against invoices, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records.

  • Credit risk monitoring Assess customer creditworthiness, flag highrisk accounts, and recommend credit limits.

  • Reporting Prepare weekly/monthly debtor reports for management.

  • Customer liaison Build professional relationships while firmly enforcing payment terms.

  • Legal escalation Initiate handover to attorneys or debt collectors when necessary.

Requirements

  • Minimum 35 years experience in credit control or debt collection.

  • Strong knowledge of accounting systems (Pastel, Sage, or similar).

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet collection targets.

  • Strong attention to detail and recordkeeping.

Competencies

  • Assertive yet professional approach with clients.

  • High level of numerical accuracy .

  • Problemsolving mindset for resolving payment disputes.

  • Team player with resilience and persistence.

Performance Indicators

  • Reduction in debtor days.

  • Percentage of overdue accounts collected.

  • Accuracy of reconciled accounts.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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