Credit Officer Fixed Term Contract
Job Summary
- Conduct in-depth financial analysis to assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers.
- Define and implement credit limits and payment terms in line with the company policies.
- Regularly review and manage the customer portfolio to identify and mitigate potential credit risks.
- Oversee the end-to-end order-to-cash cycle ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Drive cash collection activities to meet monthly and annual targets actively managing the accounts receivable ledger.
- Lead the timely resolution of customer disputes claims and deductions by coordinating with sales and logistics teams.
- Act as a strategic partner to the business providing expert advice to find solutions that enable sales growth while managing risk.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers to facilitate smooth payment processes.
- Prepare and present monthly performance reports on collection activities aged debt and risk exposure to senior management.
- Ensure all credit and collection processes are compliant with internal controls and legal regulations.
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or Economics.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in Financial Controlling or Management Accounting.
- Experience in FMCG is an added advantage
- Proficiency in SAP is a plus
- Advanced excel proficiency
- Collaboration with good relationship and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines
Required Skills:
Key Qualifications Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or Economics. A minimum of 3 years of experience in Financial Controlling or Management Accounting. Experience in FMCG is an added advantage Proficiency in SAP is a plus Advanced excel proficiency Collaboration with good relationship and stakeholder management skills Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines All applications MUST be received by close of business Friday 26th June 2026. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.