Credit Controller

Purpose of the Job

Credit controllers are responsible for managing the debts of a company. They are tasked with coordinating the debts of existing creditors and managing new requests for credit. Ultimately, credit controllers manage all money borrowed or owed to the company.

Credit Controller Responsibilities:

• Evaluating new credit requests and conducting client credit checks.
• Managing and collecting debts from company debtors.
• Setting up the terms of credit for new clients.
• Negotiating payment plans.
• Managing the collection of all payments and debts.
• Responding to client inquiries.
• Processing invoices.
• Preparing statements and reports for the company accountant.
• Managing the sales ledger.
• Liaising with customers and the sales team.
• Credit Controller Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or mathematics.
• Previous work experience as a credit controller.
• Good understanding of the legal complexities of loans, payment plans, and interest rates.
• Proficient in Accounting and Office software.
• Ability to reconcile complex debtors’ accounts.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to deal with clients.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or mathematics.
• Previous work experience as a credit controller.
• Good understanding of the legal complexities of loans, payment plans, and interest rates.
• Proficient in Accounting and Office software.
• Ability to reconcile complex debtors’ accounts.
• Strong communication skills.