Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist

2 months ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time
Job Title: Credit Controller
Job Description:

Network Recruitment is seeking a diligent and proactive Credit Controller to manage and reduce overdue debt, ensure timely cash collection, and maintain strong customer relationships.


This role is a fixed term 6 month contract and is based in the East Johannesburg area.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Cash Collection: Achieve monthly cash collection targets by tracking performance, and reporting on KPIs weekly.
  • Overdue Debt Reduction: Reconcile customer accounts, prioritize debt reduction efforts, and prepare for monthly debt reduction meetings.
  • Payment Allocation: Accurately allocate customer payments and credit notes, reconcile unmatched credits, and ensure all unapplied cash is cleared by month-end.
  • Customer Contact & Correspondence: Maintain regular communication with customers via calls, emails, and visits to resolve queries and collect outstanding debts. Update systems after every interaction.
  • Debt Reconciliations: Reconcile customer accounts monthly, escalating discrepancies when needed and ensuring timely resolution.
  • Credit Requests & Adjustments: Process credit adjustments and refunds in accordance with company procedures and approval workflows.
  • Invoice Management: Download and submit invoices via customer portals and ensure customers receive accurate billing and statements on time.
  • Ad Hoc Duties: Manage overdue debt with external collection agencies, prepare bad debt write-offs, monitor orders on hold, and collaborate with other teams to drive improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Qualifications: Completed Matric with relevant certificates in Credit Management.
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in a credit control or similar role.
  • Additional Requirements: Experience working with retail clients such as Massmart and BUCO. Proficiency in financial software: SAP is non-negotiable.
  • Soft Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.



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