• Application Deadline: Sat, 7 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Credit Control Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 5 years



• Location Lagos




• City Gbagada




• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  
  




• Salary Range ₦150,000 - ₦200,000/month
  
  

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Credit Control Officer role manages a company's funds owed by clients, from monitoring to recovery.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Evaluate and assess the credit worthiness of new and existing clients, based on financial analysis and history.


• Monitor outstanding invoices and proactively reach out to clients for overdue payments for debt recovery.


• Maintain detailed records of client accounts, including payment history, terms, and outstanding balances.


• Prepare periodic reports on accounts receivable, overdue accounts, and potential bad debts, highlighting any trends or issues for legal actions when necessary


• Establish credit limits and terms for new clients in partnership with the finance and legal departments, periodically reviewing to adapt to changing circumstances.


• Coordinate with the sales teams to align credit policies with customer engagement strategies.


• Conduct periodic credit policy audits to ensure adherence and effectiveness.


• Work with clients to address billing inquiries, discrepancies, or disputes in a timely manner.


• Collaborate with other departments, including finance, sales, and operations, to ensure a seamless billing and collection process.


• Identify potential risks in the credit portfolio and implement strategies to mitigate them.


• Regularly review industry and economic trends that may impact clients' payment behaviors.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.


• 2-4 years of experience in credit control, preferably within the logistics or supply chain industry.


• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.


• Good communication skills