Senior Credit Controller: Finance Reference No: 3326972614 | Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on: 16 April 2026
Description / SynopsisOur client is a leading multinational manufacturing and FMCG company, based in Johannesburg Industria. They have an opportunity available for a Senior Credit Controller to join their Finance Shared Services team.
This role will be responsible for maximising revenue, ensuring effective credit risk mitigation, and maintaining outstanding customer and stakeholder relationships. Strong technical acumen with hands-on credit management experience required.
Minimum Requirements:
Tertiary qualification in Finance or ICMSA Certified Credit Management
3 - 5 years in a senior credit control role, in the FMCG or manufacturing sector
Experience with credit management for chain stores, distributors, wholesalers and retailers
Advanced capability in open item and balance brought forward reconciliations
Syspro experience essential
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (Intermediate to Advanced)
Responsibilities
Assess and vet new/existing customers for credit and financial risk
Ensure timeous collection of outstanding payments and reduction of overdue balances
Prepare and monitor daily age analysis, apply and allocate payments, process credit notes
Conduct daily credit exposure reviews and manage suspended orders/escalations
Maintain high standards of Customer Master Data (CMD) integrity
Participate in ad-hoc projects and support cross-functional finance initiatives
Build and maintain effective relationships with all Business Units, Call Centre, and Depots
Analysis of Financial statements and Credit Bureau reports
Soft Skills / Additional Info
Confident, professional communication skills
Analytical thinker with strong organisational ability
Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional teamwork
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple tasks
Salary: R350000 to R430000

