Senior Credit Controller

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003351/EHo

Date posted:

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

300000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you a Credit Controller who thinks beyond “please pay ASAP”? If you’re analytical, innovative and obsessed with building smarter processes, not just chasing debt, this fintech disruptor wants you on their cashflow command centre. This isn’t about dialing for rand. It’s about managing risk, protecting relationships and engineering collections with precision.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a fast-scaling innovative fintech company where data drives decisions and efficiency is king. They’re looking for a Credit Controller who can blend strong collections expertise with process improvement thinking. You’ll play a key role in protecting cash flow, strengthening credit risk management and enhancing systems and controls. If you enjoy refining workflows, optimising reporting and implementing smarter ways of working, you’ll thrive here.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform credit checks and onboard new customer accounts
Collect outstanding debts within KPI targets
Allocate and reconcile customer payments
Manage overdue accounts, payment plans, demand letters and account holds
Escalate bad debts and present high-risk accounts to the Risk Committee
Prepare weekly and month-end age analysis reports with commentary
Process debit order runs, refunds and adjustment journals
Maintain accurate customer master data
Resolve customer queries
Support audit requirements and ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvements in credit processes and efficiencies

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Degree or National Diploma in Credit Management / Accounting, or Credit Management Certificate (Level 4 or 5)
5+ years’ Credit Control & Credit Risk Management experience
Proven track record in collecting outstanding debt successfully
Experience with Accpac or Microsoft Dynamics
Intermediary to Advanced MS Excel
Strong analytical mindset with a passion for process improvement
Ability to balance firm collections with strong customer relationship management

If you’re ready to modernise credit control, optimise cash flow and bring innovation to collections, this is your chance to turn receivables into results!

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Financial Controllers
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Payroll
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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:
Elzette Hood
Executive Consultant
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