Credit Controller

About the Role

Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) is seeking a Credit Controller to join its team in Jeddah. This full-time role involves supporting the Credit Control Manager in maintaining and enhancing the company's credit control system, focusing on timely collections and close collaboration with the Sales department.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and update company credit control policies and procedures in liaison with sales and finance management, ensuring adherence by all departments.
• Provide periodic financial reporting to management, including regional cash collection forecasts, actuals, and aged debtor analysis.
• Assist the sales department in analyzing and preparing collection forecast reports to facilitate proper follow-up on pending collections.
• Manage outstanding sales balances, contact customers before payments become overdue, and initiate necessary proceedings to ensure outstanding debts are resolved satisfactorily.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers through regular visits.
• Perform rebate calculations and apply new Business Development Agreement (BDA) changes to monthly bookings.
• Conduct timely reconciliations of customer accounts to ensure completeness of records and prompt collection.
• Assist the Credit Control Manager in providing all required documentation and information related to Accounts Receivables (AR) for external audits.
• Review and evaluate customer credit limits to ensure accuracy based on historical payment behavior.

Required Experience

Candidates for this position should possess 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in credit control or a similar financial role.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires close cooperation with internal sales and finance teams, as well as direct communication with customers.