Credit Control Executive

Role & responsibilities

• Debt Collection: Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on overdue invoices via phone and email, and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Credit Risk Assessment: Evaluate new and existing credit applications, check financial/credit bureau reports, and set appropriate credit limits.
• Payment Processing: Record incoming payments (bank transfers, cheques, direct debits) and perform daily or monthly account reconciliations.
• Dispute Resolution: Investigate and resolve billing queries or invoice discrepancies by coordinating with the sales and billing teams.
• Reporting: Prepare aging reports, track collection metrics, and highlight high-risk accounts to senior management.
• Policy Compliance: Ensure adherence to company credit policies and negotiate viable repayment plans for financially distressed clients

Preferred candidate profile

• Education: Bachelors degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 0 to 3 years of proven experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or general accounting.
• Skills: Strong negotiation and communication abilities, high attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Excel and accounting software/ERP systems (such as SAP or Tally).