Credit Controller

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping; record transactions accurately and on time.
• Prepare and post journal entries, maintain the general ledger, issue client invoices, and maintain AR records.
• Follow up on outstanding payments, collect receivables, and visit clients for collections or document submission when required.
• Track collections and outstanding balances, reconcile customer accounts, and follow up on discrepancies.
• Prepare account statements and payment reminders; coordinate account matters with sales and finance teams.
• Handle cash and cheque collections, submit funds promptly, and maintain organized financial and collection records.
• Assist with bank reconciliation, AP, AR, general accounting, reporting, auditing, taxation, and other finance-related tasks.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of UAE experience in accounting, collections, credit control, or a related role is mandatory.
• Hands-on Tally ERP/Tally Prime experience is mandatory; the posting also lists 3 years of Bazar and Tally Prime experience as required.
• A valid UAE driving licence is mandatory.
• Experience with Bazar Accounting System is an advantage.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, bookkeeping, financial reporting, AR, AP, bank reconciliation, and general ledger management.
• Experience collecting customer payments and following up on outstanding receivables.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; good knowledge of UAE business and accounting practices.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Able to travel within the UAE and visit customers for collections when required.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, work under pressure, and meet deadlines; analytical, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Workplace and employment

• Work location is in person; customer visits and travel within the UAE are required when needed.
• Job type is full-time and permanent.