Credit Controller at CFAO Motors Nigeria Limited

CFAO Motors Nigeria is one of the Nigerian subsidiaries of CFAO Automotive, the largest automobile network in Africa and the French overseas territories. CFAO Motors Nigeria, "Driving with confidence". Trusted network of choice for leading global brands CFAO Motors Nigeria was set up in 1920 and is the exclusive Nigerian distributor for seven internationally renowned brands including Mitsubishi Motors. Efficiency boosted by a strong local presence CFAO Motors Nigeria covers most of the country from its three branches in Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, providing customers with great service and reliability.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Credit Controller

Location: Lagos

Role Description

• Checking customer's credit situation
• Recommending credit for clients
• Setting up the terms and conditions of the receivable balances
• Dealing with internal and external queries about payments, ensuring customers pay on time and negotiating re-payment plans
• Assist in the setting up of the credit control system
• Ensure that debts are paid in a timely manner
• Meet cash & debtor targets set by the Firm
• Chase overdue invoices by telephone, email & letter within agreed timescales
• Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity
• Regularly contacting customers to ensure all relevant debts are managed as necessary
• Identify changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert indebtedness
• Ensure that all transactions are compliant with Company's policies and relevant National regulations
• Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms
• Plan and coordinate monthly debt review meetings
• Follow up with legal on debt cases
• Provide accurate advice on billing queries
• Respond promptly and completely to both client and internal enquiries
• Propose write off of irrecoverable receivables
• Providing ad-hoc reporting as and when requested by management
• Undertake account reconciliations of complex accounts escalated by AR/as required
• Ensure monthly processing deadlines are met as required
• Send out monthly client statements/letters as may be agreed from time to time
• Develop the credit management capability within the practice
• Other duties as delegated from time to time by the CFO or Business Controller or any other person designated in their absence

Qualifications

• A Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required
• At least 5 years experience working in a finance-related role
• Credit Control, Credit Management, and Debt Collection skills
• Excellent knowledge of Debtors and Finance
• Ability to negotiate effectively and build relationships with customers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.