Job Description

Contact person for this position:Rayleen LentzPurposeThe Credit Controller oversees the company's credit policies and ensures the timely collection of overdue and long outstanding debts. This role is vital for maintaining the company's cash flow and financial stability.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement credit control systems in collaboration with DSA executive team, legal secretaries, finance, and sales.
• Assess the creditworthiness of potential customers and set up terms of credit where required.
• Monitor and manage overdue accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Negotiate payment plans and terms with customers within the confines of the firms collections policy.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions.
• Prepare regular reports on the status of accounts receivable and overdue accounts.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve payment disputes and discrepancies.
• Enforce the company's collections policies and procedures with all involved in the collections process (legal secretaries).
• Identify and implement improvements to the debt collection process and training the legal secretaries accordingly.
• Achieve monthly fee collection targets

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Matric/Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary qualification advantageous
• Knowledge of accounting principles and accounts receivable processes
• Proven experience as a Credit Controller, Debtors Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, or similar role.
• Familiarity with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Features Job Category Accounts, Legal
Salary Market related
Commencement date ASAP
Location Cape Town OR Johannesburg
Contact type Permanent