Credit Administrator

About SunCulture:

Founded in 2012, SunCulture’s Vision is to build a world where people take control of their environment in rewarding and sustainable ways. SunCulture does this by developing and commercialising life changing technology that solves the biggest daily challenges for the world's 570 million smallholder farming households. We are the largest distributor of solar water pumps / solar irrigation for smallholder farmers in Africa and were selected by Fast Company as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2021. Here is a good explainer video recently made by CNBC. Over the last 5 years the company has grown significantly and now employs 400+ people around the world.

About the role:

The Credit Administrator will be responsible for managing the credit assessment and approval process, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough credit assessments of new and existing customers, including analysis of financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant information.
• Evaluate creditworthiness and establish appropriate credit limits and terms for customers.
• Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely payment and adherence to credit terms.
• Review and approve credit applications in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with sales and finance teams to resolve credit-related issues and minimize risk.
• Maintain accurate records of credit transactions and communicate credit decisions to relevant stakeholders.
• Provide regular reports and updates on credit performance and trends to management.
• Stay informed about industry regulations and best practices related to credit management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Foster positive relationships with customers and external partners to support business growth and customer satisfaction.

Does this sound like you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven 2 to 3 years’ experience in credit administration or a similar role, preferably in the renewable energy or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of credit principles, financial analysis, and risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience with credit management software preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to credit management in Kenya is a plus.
• Fluency in English and Swahili languages required.

Interested?

Please apply online via this job portal. We respond to all candidates; however only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.

Please Note

SunCulture is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.