Senior Credit Controller (2IC)
MIT Auto Parts is seeking an experienced Senior Credit Controller (2IC) to join our Debtors Department. This is a high‑impact role suited to someone with strong technical credit expertise, excellent judgement, and the ability to provide leadership support in a fast‑paced environment. The successful candidate will act as the operational deputy to the Credit Manager, oversee complex debtor portfolios, support risk management, and ensure continuity of daily operations. Key Responsibilities Coordinate daily workflow and support departmental alignment and priorities. Manage a high‑value or strategic debtor portfolio, controlling overdues, DSO, and risk exposure. Approve escalated orders and enforce credit limits, stop‑supply decisions, and mandate compliance. Resolve escalated queries and disputes, including pricing, POD/RFC issues, and aged queries. Oversee releasing queues, unallocated payments, RFC/POD ageing, and SAP compliance. Prepare or review pre‑legal documentation and assist with legal escalation processes. Validate reconciliations and documentation completed by Credit Controllers. Consolidate weekly and monthly reporting, highlighting risks, trends, and collection performance. Mentor and support team members, contributing to skills development and improved accuracy. Maintain and update SOPs, checklists, and process documentation to drive continuous improvement. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 with accounting or mathematics. Credit Management III or Finance/Accounting Diploma (NQF 6) preferred. 7–12 years’ credit control experience, including complex portfolio exposure. Strong SAP experience (FD32, FBL5N, ZFI001, releasing workflows). Proven experience handling escalations, high‑value accounts, or high‑risk customers. Experience mentoring, coaching, or coordinating workflow is advantageous. Technical Competencies Advanced SAP proficiency (FBL5N, FD32, releasing workflows). Advanced Excel / BI capability (pivot tables, analysis, modelling). Strong reconciliation and analytical ability. Understanding of credit risk, overdue performance, DSO, and credit limit strategies. Ability to prepare and review legal / attorney handover documentation. Strong reporting and commentary‑writing skills. Knowledge of CGIC processes, insurance cover, and exposure management. Behavioural Competencies Leadership presence and confidence. High emotional intelligence and professionalism under pressure. Strong negotiation and conflict‑resolution skills. Analytical and critical thinking capability. Accountability for departmental outcomes. Ability to influence without formal authority. Collaborative, proactive, and mentoring mindset. Strong problem‑solving skills at a root‑cause/system level. Job Type: Full-time Ability to commute/relocate: Germiston, Gauteng 1401: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Education: Certificate (Required) Experience: Credit Control: 7 years (Required) High-valueor complex debtor portfolio management: 3 years (Required) SAP (FBL5N, FD32, releasing workflows): 3 years (Preferred) Mentoring / Coaching: 2 years (Preferred) pre-legal / escalation documentation: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: Credit Management III (Preferred) Drivers Licence (Preferred) Work Location: In person