Credit Controller

To provide an administrative service for customers accounts in orderto ensure accurate financial procedures, limit bad debts, takeresponsibility for all aspects of the debtors function and supportthe department's day to day accounting functions.The main activities for this role are:Timeous collection of receivables, compliant to relevant laws and policies, dealing with credit applications,reconciling customer accounts, credit claims timeously identified and debtor days within company targets.Minimize bad debt through proper credit management techniques, timeous and accurate transactions relating to bad debt,keeping insured debt figures up to date with relevant Credit insurance company and quarterly communication/reports to HQ on insured debt figures/reduced limitsPreparation of dunning letters and dealing with handovers to attorneysTimeous completion of general ledger reconciliations and general ledger entries and assisting the financial department with accounting functions & non-inventory purchase orders on a day-to-day basis .Monthly reports on overdue accounts, discount figures, claims ageing, top customers, staff accounts & debtor days.To be successful in this role you will need to have:Technical SkillsA Tertiary qualification in Credit Management and an Accounting diploma will be beneficial5-6 years' experience and proven track record in credit management and related accounting functions(preferably in the animal health sector)Good working knowledge of relevant acts (Credit Act, POPI Act & VAT Act)Good working knowledge of Credit Control, Credit Risk ManagementComputer Skills (Microsoft Office : Excel, Word, Powerpoint) & (Google Suite : Google Drive, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Slides)Relevant experience on ERP systems(i.e. Movex)Full proficiency in English and Afrikaans is essentialGood reconciliation and accounting skillsBehavioural SkillsCustomer FocusCollaborates with othersCommunicate effectivelyGood copy writing skillsDrives performance & resultsDemonstrate active listening and negotiation skillsWe are seeking a highly organised and self-motivated individual to join the financial department.