Credit Controller - Stellenbosch

Industry: Beverages / FMCG
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

A leading beverages company is seeking an experienced Credit Controller with a minimum of 5 years' experience within the beverages or FMCG industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer credit accounts, minimizing credit risk, improving cash flow, and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debt while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities Credit Control & Collections

• Manage customer credit accounts.
• Monitor outstanding debtors and overdue accounts.
• Ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices.
• Reduce debtor days and improve cash flow.
• Negotiate repayment plans with customers.
• Follow up on overdue accounts and escalations.

Credit Risk Management

• Conduct credit checks and customer assessments.
• Evaluate customer creditworthiness.
• Recommend credit limits and account terms.
• Monitor customer payment behavior.
• Mitigate financial and credit risk exposure.

Financial Reporting

• Prepare debtor ageing reports.
• Generate collection performance reports.
• Monitor cash flow forecasts.
• Report on overdue balances and collection trends.
• Maintain accurate debtor records.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with Sales teams regarding customer accounts.
• Work closely with Finance departments.
• Resolve account disputes and reconciliations.
• Maintain strong customer relationships.
• Support business growth while protecting company revenue.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with company credit policies.
• Adhere to internal audit requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Minimum Requirements Qualifications

• Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Credit Management or related field

OR

• Grade 12 with extensive Credit Control experience and Credit Management qualifications:
  • Credit 1
  • Credit 2
  • Credit 3

Experience

• Minimum 5 years Credit Control experience.
• Experience within:
  • Beverages Industry
  • FMCG Industry
• Proven debtor management experience.
• Demonstrated success in reducing debtor days.
• Experience improving cash collection performance.

Systems

• SAP
• Oracle
• Sage
• Pastel
• Syspro
• Similar ERP/Accounting Systems