101 Receivables Management jobs in South Africa

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Our client, a leading UK-based real estate business, is seeking a Credit Control Administrator to help deliver a professional, people-first approach to rent and arrears management. In this role, you’ll ensure rent is recovered promptly, arrears are minimised, and tenants receive outstanding service.

As a Credit Control Administrator , you will be at the heart of the rent and arrears management service. Working in line with established policies and procedures, you’ll provide an accurate, sensitive, and responsive rent account enquiry service, ensuring income is maximised and voids are kept to a minimum.

Key Responsibilities

Rent Recovery

• Proactively contact tenants in arrears, using the most effective and appropriate communication methods.

• Identify the root cause of arrears and take action tailored to the situation.

• Handle tenant enquiries with accuracy, empathy, and professionalism.

• Run and review daily rent arrears reports, keeping clear records of all actions taken.

• Maintain weekly payment plan records and follow up promptly on any broken agreements.

• Keep clear, accurate case notes in the CRM system.

• Initiate and progress legal actions when required, working closely with solicitors and management.
  

Former Tenant Arrears

• Work with tracing agencies to locate former tenants with outstanding arrears.

• Coordinate court actions through the small claims court.

• Prepare and process write-off requests when recovery is not possible, ensuring all supporting documents are complete.

We’re looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented professional who can balance efficiency with empathy. You’ll be self-motivated, approachable, and committed to delivering a consistently high standard of work.

Essential Requirements

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Confident and professional telephone manner.

Friendly, approachable, and client-focused personality.

Positive energy, resilience, and a proactive attitude.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and access to a Windows PC for daily tasks.

Join our client’s team and make a real difference in keeping communities thriving.
Our client, a leading UK-based real estate business, is seeking a Credit Control Administrator to help deliver a professional, people-first approach to rent and arrears management. In this role, you’ll ensure rent is recovered promptly, arrears are minimised, and tenants receive outstanding service.

As a Credit Control Administrator , you will be at the heart of the rent and arrears management service. Working in line with established policies and procedures, you’ll provide an accurate, sensitive, and responsive rent account enquiry service, ensuring income is maximised and voids are kept to a minimum.

Key Responsibilities

Rent Recovery

• Proactively contact tenants in arrears, using the most effective and appropriate communication methods.

• Identify the root cause of arrears and take action tailored to the situation.

• Handle tenant enquiries with accuracy, empathy, and professionalism.

• Run and review daily rent arrears reports, keeping clear records of all actions taken.

• Maintain weekly payment plan records and follow up promptly on any broken agreements.

• Keep clear, accurate case notes in the CRM system.

• Initiate and progress legal actions when required, working closely with solicitors and management.
  

Former Tenant Arrears

• Work with tracing agencies to locate former tenants with outstanding arrears.

• Coordinate court actions through the small claims court.

• Prepare and process write-off requests when recovery is not possible, ensuring all supporting documents are complete.

Our client is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Credit Control Manager to join the Finance team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in managing customer credit risk, improving cash flow, and supporting the companys working capital and profitability objectives.

Responsibilities:

Lead and manage Credit Control function across all regions and depots
Develop and implement effective credit policies aligned with company objectives
Monitor customer accounts proactively, ensuring timely collections and payment term adherence
Analyse credit data and financial statements to assess customer creditworthiness
Collaborate with Sales, Commercial, and Finance teams for professional account management
Initiate appropriate actions for delinquent accounts (account holds, legal processes, payment plans)
Provide accurate, timely reporting on debtors'' aging, collections, and bad debt provisions
Conduct account reconciliations and resolve customer disputes
Drive continuous improvement in credit control processes
Ensure compliance with internal controls, scorecards and audit requirements

Education and experience required:

Grade 12.
Bachelor''s or Graduate''s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Computer Science or equivalent professional qualification.
Minimum 5 years in credit control, debt collection, or accounts receivable management.
FMCG industry experience preferred.
Proven operational team leadership for performance delivery.
Experience in managing disciplinary processes in accordance with labour legislation.
Familiarity with billing systems, general ledger, and ERP systems.
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Sound time management and leadership capabilities.
Solution-oriented approach with continuous improvement mindset.
Collaborative decision-making abilities.
Alignment with the companies'' purpose and values.

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The Faircape Group is a leading multi-faceted company with operations across various industries including healthcare, retirement, telecommunications, utilities, property management , and hospitality . We are known for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of service delivery.

At Faircape, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers built on opportunity, growth, and purpose.

We are looking for a Head of Credit Control to join our team.

As Head of Department – Credit Control , you will play a key leadership role in protecting the financial health of the Faircape Group by ensuring timely and professional recovery of outstanding monies.

This hands-on role involves managing the Credit Control team, overseeing the debtor’s ledger, and driving effective collection strategies across multiple entities. You will reduce overdue debt, maintain strong cash flow, and implement proactive credit control measures.

Working closely with senior management, legal, and finance, you will help mitigate risk and manage escalations. The ideal candidate is assertive, analytical, and results-driven with proven leadership and team management experience.

What We Offer

• Quarterly performance bonuses – Recognising your leadership and delivery
• Long service leave – We reward commitment
• Onsite Barista – Fresh coffee on demand
• Subsidised snacks & vending machines – For that midday boost
• Discounted ISP packages – Stay connected affordably
• Fixed flexi-time (07:00 - 18:00) – Support for work-life balance
• Subsidised parking – Convenient and cost-effective
• Central Claremont offices – Modern workspaces near Cavendish Square
  
  

• Ensuring high levels of performance, motivation, and accountability.
• Develop and implement credit control strategies and collection policies aligned with company objectives.
• Implement and refine credit risk management policies and procedures.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of customer accounts and timely resolution of queries.
• Monitor age analysis and ensure reduction in outstanding debt.
• Provide regular reporting on debtor performance, bad debt, and cash collection forecasts.
• Overseeing the handover of accounts to attorneys and managing of the legal collection process
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure proper allocation and reconciliation of receipts and deposits.
• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements and internal control procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation within credit and billing processes.
  
  

• Qualification in Credit Management NQFL 6 or similar advantageous
  
  

• Proven experience in a similar role
• Experience managing teams and driving performance in a finance environment
• Sound accounting knowledge and practical understanding of financial systems
  
  

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to implement and monitor credit control strategies that align with business objectives and ensure optimal cash flow.
• Decision-Making & Accountability: Confident in making sound judgments and taking ownership of outcomes in a high-pressure environment.
• Conflict Resolution: Skilled at managing escalations, negotiating payment terms, and maintaining professional relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and aged debtors reports, identify trends, and develop action plans.
• Excellent Communication: Able to convey expectations clearly, influence at all levels, and engage professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Process-Driven: Strong understanding of credit control processes, compliance requirements, and internal controls.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in maintaining accurate financial and customer records
• Results-Oriented: Demonstrated track record in meeting collection targets and reducing aged debt.
  
  

• Solid and positive written references
• Clear credit record
• No criminal record
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Finance and Sales

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Job Title: Credit Control and Reconciliation Specialist

Location: South Africa (On-site, with hybrid potential after onboarding) Type: Full-Time Start Date: ASAP Salary: R324000 – R35000 per annum (dependent on experience)

● 100% company-covered medical insurance (KLO Health) ● Optional retirement annuity – matched up to 4% after probation ● Access to LinkedIn Learning for ongoing personal development ● 20 days annual leave , plus South African public holidays

This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact senior role within an international, tech-driven organisation where problem-solving, ownership, and collaboration are key. If you’re a credit control professional who thrives under pressure, understands ledger integrity, and enjoys working across global teams, this role offers both challenge and growth.

This role is ideal for a solutions-focused credit control specialist with experience managing complex, high-volume ledgers. Rather than traditional collections, the position involves reconciliation, re-invoicing, stakeholder collaboration, and maintaining a clean and accurate ledger. You’ll be handling over 1000 customer accounts , learning systems quickly, and contributing to reducing aged debt currently sitting at 200+ days .

● Manage and reconcile ~1000 accounts with accuracy and speed ● Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies (e.g. incorrect PO, pricing, entity) ● Process re-invoicing and credits while collaborating with the customer service team ● Monitor delayed payments and proactively engage clients to resolve issues ● Provide regular reports on ledger status and payment timelines ● Operate confidently within UK time zones and engage with international stakeholders

• Proven credit control experience within a tech or international environment

• Strong Excel skills (you will complete an assessment with a 75% pass mark)

• Leadership mentality and ability to handle high-pressure environments

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Familiarity with reconciliations, re-invoicing, and payment processes

• Self-motivated and systems-driven with a high attention to detail

• Assisting with ad-hoc creditors function

● Monday – Thursday: 09:00 – 17:30 ● Friday: 09:00 – 17:00 ● South African public holidays off (UK bank holidays worked, but with reduced workload) ● Fully on-site initially, with hybrid potential (2–3 days office-based) post-onboarding

Reference: NPr000812-EHo-1
A multinational conglomerate seeks to employ experienced and innovative Accounts Receivable / Credit Control / Billing Supervisors to join their dynamic finance team based in Cape Town CBD.
The successful candidate will have a passion for all things receivables and play an integral role in establishing best practices and policies.

The successful candidate will form part of the Finance Shared Service Centre and will play a key role in managing the Order-to-Cash, Billing and Credit Control teams. This role will lead and take responsibility for the team servicing global operations.
Duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Ensure global customer procedures and payments processes are adhered to
• Supervise the team, providing guidance, training, and performance management
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices
• Manage disputes
• Work closely with the Manager to assist with process improvements and proactively make suggestions
• Responsible for accounts reconciliation and customer statement reconciliations
• Promote process improvements and compliance across the team
• Monitor systems and processes
• Own delivery of transactional services
• Ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs), including regular performance reporting

• Degree in finance or accounting

• 4 to 5 years in a supervisory / managerial debtors / AR / billing / credit control role is essential
• Strong team management and leadership skills
• Strong working knowledge of complex multi-currency consolidations
• Proficient in MS packages
• Strong experience of leading process changes and improvements
• Systems implementations experience
• Deadline driven
• Ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment
• Team player

If this sounds like you; please do not hesitate to apply!

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Recruitment Specialist: Finance

• On-time cash collection, ensure that customers pay on time.
• Implementation of cash collection strategies.
• Keeping financial records updated.
• Preparing Accounting reports.
• Run accounting software update (SAGE) to process business transactions.
• Accounts payables reconciliations and receivable statements update.
• Keeping records of financial information (Invoices, PO’s, VAT reports etc.).
• Adhoc Financial responsibilities as required by Management.

Education and Experience

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential).
• Relevant tertiary qualification such as B.Com, Btech, Diploma or certificate in advanced Bookkeeping (essential).
• Strong PC literacy (Microsoft Excel, Outlook).
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Job related Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with and communicate at all levels.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High work standards.
• Ability to follow rules and procedures.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Following Instructions and Procedures.
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks.
• Planning and Organising.

Negotiable

- On-time cash collection, ensure that customers pay on time.

- Implementation of cash collection strategies.

- Keeping financial records updated.

- Preparing Accounting reports.

- Running accounting software update (SAGE) to process business transactions.

- Accounts payables reconciliations and receivable statements update.

- Keeping records of financial information (Invoices, PO’s, VAT reports etc.).

- Adhoc Financial responsibilities as required by Management.

Education and Experience

• Matric / Grade 12 (essential).
• Relevant tertiary qualification such as B.Com, Btech, Diploma or certificate in advanced Bookkeeping (essential).
• Strong PC literacy (Microsoft Excel, Outlook).
• 2 to 3 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Job related Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with and communicate at all levels.
• Ability to handle pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• High work standards.
• Ability to follow rules and procedures.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Following Instructions and Procedures.
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks.
• Planning and Organising.

Negotiable