Credit Controller at DSV

PLEASE NOTE: This role is a 9 month fixed term contract.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE  

This position is for a Credit Controller in the Credit Control Department in Gauteng. The candidate will be responsible for an allocated section of the Debtors Book. Duties will include collection of payments, follow up on overdue/outstanding amounts and reconciliation of accounts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Reconciliation of accounts and remittances
• Provide Customer Service Excellences
• Ensure all month end procedures are followed as per the SOP’s
• Provide accurate and meaningful comments on outstanding items for monthly Client meetings
• Assist with ensuring that the Department contains costs and minimize expenses where possible
• Provide Management with regular feedback on the performance of the book and outstanding payments
• Build feasible and appropriate professional relationships with the Customers
• Follow up and ensure Client Cash is processed and allocated
• Ensure unallocated cash is cleared monthly to minimize cash on accounts and in the bank
• Ensure allocations of payments are done accurately and timeously
• Ensure claims are obtained and captured daily
• Ensure held orders are released in line with Client Specifications
• Keep record and follow up on overdue payments / unpaid invoices
• Ensure correct matching of credit notes
• Follow up on documentation not received from Customers
• Ensure that queries on accounts are attended to in an efficient, effective and professional manner
• Manage the book within the pre-determined targeted debtors days
• Ensure monthly reconciliations by Client are completed accurately with the necessary backup documentation

TERTIARY QUALIFICATION 

• Matric essential
• Advantageous to have Industry level qualification/ tertiary qualification

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Accounting software package, e.g. SAP

JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS 

• Experience as a Credit Controller essential   - Minimum 2 years experience
• Reconciliation skills a MUST
• High level of communication etiquette is non-negotiable.
• Must be results driven and able to meet deadlines, have a high tolerance for stress and prepared to work extra hours when required.
• Must be able to handle high volume and value transactions