Credit Controller .

A rapidly expanding property investment company operating within a dynamic and fast-paced real estate environment is seeking to appoint a Credit Controller. The business manages a diverse property portfolio and is focused on maintaining strong financial control, healthy cash flow, and effective debtor management across its operations.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, maintaining accurate debtor records, and supporting overall cash flow optimisation within the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Debtors Management & Collections:

• Manage the full credit control function across assigned portfolios
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and ensure timely collections
• Allocate payments accurately and maintain up-to-date debtor records
• Monitor overdue accounts and escalate where necessary

Reconciliations & Reporting:

• Reconcile debtor accounts on a regular basis
• Prepare debtor age analysis reports
• Provide regular updates on collections performance and outstanding balances
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies
• Cash Flow Support:
• Support the preparation of cash flow forecasts through accurate debtor insights
• Ensure timely collection of receivables to support liquidity targets
• Assist in identifying risk accounts that may impact cash flow

Client & Stakeholder Communication:

• Liaise with tenants, clients, and internal stakeholders regarding outstanding payments
• Maintain professional and effective communication at all times
• Resolve payment queries efficiently and timeously

Compliance & Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and complete debtor records
• Ensure adherence to internal credit control policies and procedures
• Support audit requirements with relevant documentation when required

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric required
• Diploma or Certificate in Accounting / Finance (advantageous)
• 2–4 years’ experience in credit control or debtors management
• Experience within property or rental environments (advantageous)
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills