Description/Synopsis: A leading freight forwarding and clearing agent, based in Kempton Park, is seeking a Junior Credit Controller to manage the full administration for the Accounts Receivable function. This role requires someone who is confident with both process and detail, and who can operate effectively in a modern, AI enabled finance environment. The successful candidate will manage the entire AR cycle, including overseeing collections, reporting, legal processes, vetting, compliance alerts and system driven workflows. This is a hands on role that requires strong logic, excellent follow through and the ability to work closely with sales, operations and senior finance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control.

• Experience managing the full administration of the AR process from start to finish.

• Strong understanding of debtor’s processes, reporting and age analysis.

• Ability to work with system alerts, CIPC checks, compliance flags and electronic workflows.

• Experience preparing documentation for legal processes and liaising with attorneys.

• Strong Excel skills.

• Freight forwarding or clearing and forwarding experience is beneficial but not essential.

• Ability to adapt to new systems, technology and AI driven processes.

• Strong logic thinking and problem-solving ability.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage the full Accounts Receivable function, including overseeing collections, liaising with Sales and Operations, reporting and escalations.

• Monitor system alerts, including CIPC compliance and risk indicators.

• Maintain and update the Customer Master Data - AR database and electronic workflow processes.

• Prepare age analysis reports and provide weekly feedback to the Finance Manager, MD and FD.

• Work closely with sales and operations to resolve outstanding queries and obtain feedback.

• Assist with cash flow forecasting by providing accurate expected receipts.

• Manage documentation for legal processes and liaise with attorneys when required.

• Oversee credit vetting and onboarding, including CIPC, SARS and compliance documentation.

• Ensure all AR processes align with new system and AI driven requirements.