CREDIT CLERK

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the company’s debtors/creditors accounts.
• Monitor customer accounts and ensure payments are received within agreed credit terms.
• Follow up on outstanding and overdue accounts.
• Reconcile customer statements and resolve account discrepancies.
• Allocate and process payments accurately.
• Prepare and send customer statements and invoices where required.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer communications and collection activities.
• Liaise with customers regarding account queries, payments and outstanding balances.
• Escalate problematic or long-outstanding accounts when necessary.
• Assist with month-end reporting and debtors reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with company credit-control procedures.
• Work closely with the sales and finance teams to resolve account-related issues.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric.
• A relevant finance or accounting qualification will be advantageous.
• 2–3 years’ experience in a Credit Control / Debtors role.
• Experience in a manufacturing, automotive or related environment will be advantageous.
• Strong reconciliation and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• A proactive approach to debt collection and account management.

Work Location: In person