Credit Controller / FFW Local Accounting Assistant M/F at GEODIS.

Job description

KPA's

• Establishing credit limits and evaluating the creditworthiness of customers.
• Develop and implement effective credit control policies and procedures to minimise credit risk and improve collection efficiency.
• Managing credit and receivable accounts to contribute to the organisation's overall financial stability and profitability.
• Monitoring credit exposure and minimising bad debt risks at the organisation.
• Assisting in collecting delinquent accounts and applying strategies to encourage timely payments.
• Maintaining positive relationships with customers, while effectively mitigating credit risks and ensuring timely collections.
• Conduct regular credit reviews and reassess credit limits based on payment history and changes in creditworthiness.
• Coordinating with other departments such as sales, customer service and finance to manage all credit-related matters appropriately.

Specific Remarks:

• Monitor and manage the credit control processes, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Evaluate and assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers through financial analysis, credit checks and payment history review.
• Set appropriate credit limits for customers based on risk assessment and maintain accurate credit files and records.
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payments and address any payment delays or discrepancies promptly.
• Engage with customers to establish payment plans, negotiate payment terms, and resolve billing inquiries or disputes.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimise late or non-payment by customers, including initiating collection actions and negotiating payment plans.
• Generate regular reports on accounts receivable, collections and credit risk to management, highlighting areas of concern or improvement opportunities.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices related to credit control and propose process enhancements or system improvements when necessary.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, providing excellent customer service and addressing their queries or concerns related to credit matters.

Applicant's profile

• 5 - 10 years experience in Freight Debt collection
• Excellent communication skills
• Confidence and persistence
• Good analytical & numeracy skills
• Minimum Matric
• Credit management degree / diploma / certificate would be advantageous