Our client is seeking a dynamic Assistant Credit Control Manager to support the credit function, lead a high-performance team, and contribute to strategic decision-making within a fast-paced Shared Services environment.

This role is based in Johannesburg West Rand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and approve credit applications for new and existing customers within set company mandates.
• Prepare detailed reports on overdue accounts, risk exposure, and bad debt provisions.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new customers and provide leadership to the Key Accounts team.
• Drive account rehabilitation initiatives to reduce credit risk and ensure minimal exposure.
• Compile and submit month-end close-off reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct client visits to understand business requirements, resolve challenges, and strengthen relationships.
• Contribute to the development of credit strategies for high-risk accounts and key customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key account customers, ensuring service excellence and effective debt recovery.
• Monitor and manage service level agreements to ensure timely collection of outstanding debt.

 

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BCom Degree, Diploma in Credit Management, or Credit Management Accreditation (ICM).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Credit Control environment, preferably in a Team Leader or Supervisory capacity, with exposure to corporate or key accounts.
• Solid understanding of credit and debt recovery legislation, including the NCA, CPA, liquidation processes, and business rescue procedures.
• Proven leadership ability with strong administrative, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Results-driven with the ability to manage performance, processes, and stakeholder expectations effectively.

Apply now!
 
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Company and Job Description:
A leading Southern African supplier of construction-related materials is offering an excellent career opportunity within its Finance Business Unit. The Finance Business Unit is seeking an Assistant Credit Control Manager, reporting to the Credit Control Manager and based at the Shared Service Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and grant credit facilities to new and existing customers within company credit mandates.
• Prepare reports on overdue accounts and provisions for bad debt.
• Oversee the onboarding of new customers and provide leadership to the Key Accounts team.
• Manage the rehabilitation of accounts to minimise credit exposure.
• Compile month-end close-off reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct client visits to assess and address business needs.
• Provide strategic input for managing high-risk accounts.
• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with key account customers.
• Ensure adherence to service level agreements and effective debt recovery.

Job Experience and Skills Required:
B.Com Degree, Diploma in Credit Management, or Credit Management Accreditation (ICM).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Credit Control environment as a Team Leader or Supervisor, with exposure to corporate/key accounts.
Manufacturing / Mining exposure would be beneficial
SAP and Advanced Excel is non-negotiable
Strong knowledge of credit-related legislation (NCA, CPA, liquidation and business rescue proceedings).
Proven ability to manage staff and administration systems.
Results-driven with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
 
Apply now!
 
For more exciting (Finance/ Engineering/ IT / Supply Chain / Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: www.********.co.za
 
If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant