Credit Controller – Finance Administrator

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. Take ownership of the debtor book .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing collections and aged debtors while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships. Proficient in cash collection strategies, reconciliation processes, and effective communication in financial contexts.

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Credit Control ExperienceCash Collection TargetsStakeholder Relationship ManagementXero ExperienceProperty Industry Exposure

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Hard Skills

Debtor ManagementPayment NegotiationAccount ReconciliationInvoice VerificationDiscrepancy Identification

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationResilienceProblem-SolvingAutonomy

Tools & Technologies

Xero

Industry Keywords

Property IndustryFinance ProceduresAudit TrailsClient CommunicationSupplier Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Take ownership of the debtor book
Chase outstanding payments by phone and email
Negotiate structured payment plans
Work toward cash collection targets
Act as a professional point of contact for clients, tenants, suppliers, and internal teams
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
Resolve account queries
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations across bank accounts and accounting systems
Review, check, and verify supplier and contractor invoices before processing
Maintain clear audit trails and accurate records
Follow consistent internal procedures supporting the wider UK finance team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience directly working as a Credit Controller managing collections and aged debtors
Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills
Outstanding telephone manner
Confidence navigating difficult financial conversations with diplomacy and firmness
Resilience, grit, follow-through, and autonomy under pressure
Ability to make decisions without being micromanaged
High attention to detail, including spotting discrepancies, missing payments, and duplicate transactions
Excellent common sense and initiative
Ability to investigate issues and propose solutions before asking for help
Experience with Xero is advantageous but not essential
Previous exposure to the Property industry is advantageous but not essential
Ability to work UK business hours; an 8:00 AM UK start is highly preferred
Must be able to work fully remotely from South Africa

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive, collaborative culture led by a Head of Finance who encourages ownership, challenge, and continuous development
Full-time, permanent 8-hour-a-day role
Fully remote work from home in South Africa
Attractive local daytime schedule
Core working hours aligned with UK business hours
Opportunity to learn on the job and make suggestions