Summary
Wataniya Insurance is seeking a Credit Control Officer in Jeddah to manage credit policies and support timely collection of payments. The role includes assessing credit requests, monitoring overdue accounts, resolving invoice discrepancies, and maintaining collection records and performance reports. The officer will coordinate with Sales, Finance, and Legal teams and recommend actions to reduce credit risk and improve collections. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, and 2–4 years of relevant experience.
The posting
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The Credit Controller is responsible for managing the company’s credit policies and ensuring timely collection of payments to maintain a healthy cash flow. This role involves evaluating credit applications, monitoring outstanding accounts, minimizing bad debts, and maintaining positive relationships with customers while enforcing payment terms in line with company policies.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and maintain an effective credit control system in collaboration with the Finance and Sales teams.
Evaluate new credit requests, perform client credit checks, and set appropriate credit limits.
Monitor customer accounts to identify overdue payments and take proactive measures to recover outstanding debts.
Communicate with clients regarding overdue invoices, resolve billing discrepancies, and negotiate repayment plans when necessary.
Maintain accurate records of all credit transactions and ensure proper documentation of collection activities.
Prepare regular reports on debtor balances, aged debt, and collection performance for management review.
Recommend actions to minimize credit risk and improve collection efficiency.
Coordinate with internal teams (Sales, Finance, and Legal) to ensure consistent application of company credit policies.
Issue final reminders and initiate legal action when necessary in accordance with company procedures.
Continuously review and enhance credit control processes to support business growth and cash flow stability.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
2–4 years of proven experience as a Credit Controller or in a similar financial control role.
Strong understanding of credit risk assessment, collections processes, and financial reporting.
Ability to reconcile complex accounts and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.