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Whether you are an experienced Credit Controller or stepping into the role for the first time, there is space for you in Odendaalsrus. The team hires on merit and across communities in Free State.
About the Opportunity
An experienced Credit Controller is needed to support operations in Odendaalsrus. The role forms part of how the business keeps its finance jobs portfolio strong in Free State.
The organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Credit Controller taking on this position.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Credit Controller is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Free State is consistently high and consistently fair.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the finance jobs group in Odendaalsrus.
The Environment
Notably, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Odendaalsrus site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Importantly, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
On top of that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in Free State.
Your Future Here
This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the finance jobs team in Odendaalsrus have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Odendaalsrus team member.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Odendaalsrus have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Free State.
Why Join Us
Few roles let you see the impact of your work as quickly as this one. Every shift, project and decision in Odendaalsrus contributes to real outcomes for clients and colleagues across the finance jobs space in Free State.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Based in Odendaalsrus
Odendaalsrus continues to grow as an employment hub in Free State, with within the Maluti-A-Phofung logistics node. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.
Many candidates already living within reach of Odendaalsrus cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Free State economy.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Odendaalsrus, Free State.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Odendaalsrus.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
- Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business decisions
- Implement and monitor internal controls to mitigate financial risk
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
- Monitor debtors’ age analysis and follow up on overdue accounts
Essential Criteria
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Sound ethical conduct and discretion when handling sensitive data
- Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines under pressure
- Hands-on experience with Sage, Pastel, SAP or Xero
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.