Job Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Credit Controller in South Africa.

This role offers the opportunity to join a fast-paced, customer-focused finance team supporting a growing international business operating in the construction supply sector. As a Credit Controller, you will play a key role in safeguarding cash flow by managing outstanding debts and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse customer base. You will act as a critical link between finance, sales, and customers, ensuring timely payments and efficient resolution of account queries. The position requires a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, with a strong focus on accuracy, communication, and operational discipline. Working remotely or in a hybrid setup aligned with UK working hours, you will contribute directly to financial stability and business growth. This is a highly collaborative environment where continuous improvement and service excellence are strongly valued.

Accountabilities:

• Manage and maintain relationships with key customer accounts to ensure timely payments and reduce outstanding debt.
• Actively chase overdue payments across multiple customer segments and ensure effective debt recovery processes.
• Allocate incoming payments (including BACS) accurately and maintain reconciliation of the sales ledger.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for credit-related queries between customers, sales teams, and finance.
• Issue and manage financial documentation such as invoices, credit notes, statements, and proof of delivery requests.
• Monitor customer creditworthiness using internal systems and external credit assessment tools.
• Escalate high-risk or problematic debts in line with internal procedures and customer segmentation.
• Provide regular reporting on debtor performance, risks, and potential cash flow impacts to finance leadership.
• Manage onboarding of new customers, including credit applications, account setup, and credit limit assignment.
• Coordinate with sales teams and external agencies to support debt recovery and improve collection outcomes.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in credit control or a similar finance/accounts receivable role.
• Strong background in customer-facing credit management and debt recovery processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive conversations professionally.
• High level of numeracy, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and general MS Office tools.
• Experience working with accounting systems and financial reporting tools is advantageous.
• Basic accounting qualification or relevant finance certification preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities.
• Comfortable working UK business hours (8am–5pm GMT, Monday to Friday).
• Reliable remote working setup with stable internet connection and appropriate home office environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive monthly salary (R24,000 – R30,000 ZAR)
• Remote or hybrid working arrangement aligned with UK hours
• Opportunity to work with an international, fast-growing business
• Exposure to a dynamic finance team and structured credit control processes
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Contribution to meaningful operational and cash flow impact within the business

How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
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