Senior Credit Controller

About the role

Our client, a respected freight and logistics company, is seeking a Senior Credit Controller on a three‑month contract to own the full credit control function, drive collections and improve cash flow while mentoring a small team.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end‑to‑end credit control process and ensure timely collection of outstanding debt.
• Lead, coach and monitor performance of the Credit Control team.
• Maintain customer accounts, perform reconciliations, set credit limits and resolve disputes.
• Produce debtor ageing reports, analyse data and advise management on actions.
• Review and approve new credit applications in line with policy.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to resolve account queries efficiently.
• Ensure accurate and on‑time month‑end credit control procedures.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification; credit management or finance qualification advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Previous supervisory or team‑lead experience.
• Experience in freight, logistics or related industry is highly advantageous.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Accpac/Sage 300.
• Familiarity with Winfreight, Freight Easy or IVS (advantageous).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.