Job Summary
A prominent Fashion/Retail company is seeking an experienced Credit Controller with a strong background in financial reconciliation, preferably within the fashion or luxury goods sector, to join their team in Sandton. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented Credit Controller to manage accounts receivable, optimize cash flow by diligently pursuing outstanding payments, and resolving discrepancies with a focus on maintaining excellent client relationships. If you have experience in credit management and a keen eye for financial accuracy, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Manage the full Accounts Receivable cycle, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, statements, and credit notes.
- Implement proactive collection strategies based on daily monitoring of aging reports to maintain optimal cash flow.
- Handle complex retailer reconciliations and efficiently resolve commercial claims, including chargebacks, shortages, and pricing disputes.
- Conduct credit checks and risk assessments for new customers, managing credit limits and escalation steps for overdue accounts.
- Provide accurate financial reporting to management, including collection forecasts, aging analyses, and bad debt provision reports.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customer accounts departments to improve payment efficiency and resolve all debtor-related queries.
- Ensure compliance with policies and accounting principles, supporting month-end closing and identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience is required in either Accounts Receivable or Credit Control.
- Must possess a Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification.
- A solid understanding of debtor management principles and complex financial reconciliations is essential.
- Proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory, and experience with an ERP system (e.g., Syspro) is highly advantageous.
- Prior experience in the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods), retail, or wholesale distribution sectors would be highly beneficial.
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Adrienne Steyn at Hire Resolve on adrienne.steyn@hireresolve.us or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: financialcareers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.
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