Credit Controller

A wonderful opportunity exists for a leading educational institution in the Highway area who is seeking to appoint a skilled and experienced Credit Controller .This position reports directly to the Admin Finance Manager and requires regular interaction with parents staff and suppliers

The successful candidate will be responsible for the full debtors function including the accurate billing and collection of all school fees. The role ensures that outstanding amounts owed to the school are collected timeously and in addition the Credit Controller will manage the procurement of textbooks stationery and other consumables required by staff. This position is ideally suited to a candidate with strong interpersonal abilities combined with solid bookkeeping expertise

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Admin Finance Manager and liaises regularly with parents staff and suppliers
• Manage the full debtors function including the accurate billing of all school fees
• Ensure timeous and full collection of all outstanding school fees
• Maintain accurate debtor records and uphold sound accounting controls
• Handle sensitive financial discussions with professionalism and discretion
• Purchase textbooks stationery and other consumables for staff
• Perform general bookkeeping and administrative duties related to the finance function

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• A recognised post-Grade 12 Accounting or Debtors Diploma from a registered educational institution
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Debtors Control Management and bookkeeping
• Solid understanding of accounting controls and financial processes
• Proven experience working with an accounting package

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Word Excel Google Workspace and Gmail
• Proven ability to manage debtor collections with professionalism discretion and consistent follow-through
• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate sensitive financial discussions appropriately
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail with strong accuracy and integrity in accounting and administrative processes
• Ability to work independently under pressure while effectively managing priorities
• Strong teamwork skills

Salary: Competitive package offered