National FMCG supplier requires an experienced and detail-oriented Debtors Controller to manage the credit and collections function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely collections while maintaining strong customer relationships. Key Responsibilities:

• Invoicing & Statements: Generate invoices and monthly statements for customers to ensure accurate and timely billing.
• Credit Management: Process new account applications, perform credit vetting, and set appropriate credit limits based on company policies.
• Account Reconciliations: Conduct regular reconciliations of customer accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Payment Allocations: Accurately allocate payments received to customer accounts.
• Debt Collection: Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up on overdue payments in a professional and efficient manner.
• Bad Debt Management: Identify and escalate delinquent accounts for legal action or handover to debt collection agencies as necessary.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Debtors Controller / Credit Controller / Accounts Receivable Clerk or similar role.
• Strong understanding of credit control principles and debt collection processes.
• Microsoft Excel
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Qualifications & Experience:

• Matric essential
• Certificate / Diploma in Finance will secure
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years' debtors experience is required
• Strong collections skills are required