Credit Controller

TRSS is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Credit Controller / Assistant to join our dynamic finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, managing supplier accounts, and ensuring that all payments, reconciliations, and reporting functions are completed timeously and accurately. This position requires a proactive individual with strong organizational and communication skills, as well as a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supplier Invoice Processing:

Capture and process supplier invoices accurately and promptly in the accounting system, ensuring that all documentation and approvals are in place.

• Remittance Advice & Payments:

Prepare remittance advices for suppliers and ensure timely and accurate loading of payments for approval and release in line with company procedures.

• Supplier Reconciliation:

Conduct monthly reconciliations of all supplier accounts, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded and that any discrepancies are identified and resolved timeously.

• Age Analysis & Credit Control:

Monitor supplier age analysis reports, follow up on outstanding balances, and maintain up-to-date supplier accounts to ensure proper cash flow management.

• Cashbook & Bank Reconciliations:

Maintain and reconcile daily cashbook transactions and perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure financial data accuracy and completeness.

• Invoice & Payment Queries:

Investigate and resolve supplier or internal department queries related to invoices, pricing, payment discrepancies, or missing documentation.

• Administrative & General Finance Support:

Provide administrative support to the finance team as required, including filing, document management, and assisting with audits or financial reporting tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Payable / Finance Assistant role.
• Strong understanding of supplier account management and basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Sage Pastel Accounting or similar accounting software.
• Excellent MS Excel and spreadsheet management skills.
• Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise professionally with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.

Personal Attributes:

• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Team player with a positive, proactive attitude.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in financial reporting.

Pay: R12 000,00 - R14 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person