Domestic Freight Creditors Clerk

At Wheco, strong financial controls and effective account management are essential to maintaining healthy cash flow and supporting business growth. Our Credit Controllers play a critical role in ensuring customer accounts are managed efficiently, payments are collected on time, and account queries are resolved professionally.

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual who can build positive customer relationships while maintaining sound credit control practices and protecting the company's financial interests.

Drive financial stability through effective credit control and account management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts in line with approved credit terms
• Follow up on outstanding accounts and ensure timely collections
• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Investigate and resolve customer account queries
• Allocate payments accurately and maintain account records
• Prepare and distribute customer statements
• Monitor account status and escalate potential risks where necessary
• Liaise with customers and internal departments regarding account matters
• Support month-end processes and reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Skills and Requirements

• Strong reconciliation and numerical skills
• Good understanding of credit control and accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and accounting systems

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric
• Relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, or a related field (advantageous)
• Previous experience in a Credit Control, Debtors, or Accounts Receivable environment

Experience

• Experience with account reconciliations and collections
• Experience handling customer account queries and disputes
• Experience working with accounting systems and financial records

Help drive financial performance through accuracy, accountability, and excellent customer service.

Apply now!