Senior Credit Controller

Our client is a respected player within the freight and logistics industry, known for delivering exceptional service and maintaining long-standing customer relationships. They are looking for a Senior Credit Controller on a 3 months contract basis to lead the credit control function, drive collections, improve cash flow, and mentor a small team while ensuring effective debtor management across the business.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by improving collections performance, strengthening credit processes, and working closely with both customers and internal stakeholders in a fast-paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full credit control function and ensure timely collection of outstanding debt.
• Lead and mentor the Credit Control team while monitoring performance and productivity.
• Manage customer accounts, reconciliations, credit limits, and dispute resolution.
• Produce debtor reports, analyse ageing, and provide recommendations to management.
• Review and approve new credit applications in line with company policy.
• Reduce debtor days while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Collaborate with sales and operational teams to resolve account queries efficiently.
• Ensure month-end credit control processes are completed accurately and on time.

Job Experience and Skills Required

Education

• Matric (Grade 12).
• Credit Management qualification or relevant Finance qualification will be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Credit Control or Accounts Receivable.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Freight, logistics, transport, cargo or related industry experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of debt collection strategies, reconciliations, customer account management, and credit risk.

Skills

• Experience working on Accpac/Sage 300.
• Exposure to Winfreight, Freight Easy or IVS will be advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Apply now!

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Riah Mthimunye

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