Our Client, an Irish-owned company with a strong presence in the market, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Credit Controller to join their team in Cork City.
Managing a high volume of accounts the successful candidate will need to possess excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
This is an urgent requirement for an initial 12-week contract, with the potential for extension or opportunity to a move into permanent role for the right candidate.
This role requires someone fully onsite in Cork City, It is a part time role, 24 hours per week over 3 days (once training is complete).
Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day credit and collection activities, ensuring timely receipt of customer payments and proactive resolution of outstanding debts.
Proactively address customer queries that may impact payment timelines, collaborating effectively with the Sales team and other departments.
Accurately and promptly post customer receipts to the Accounts Receivable ledger, ensuring correct allocation against outstanding invoices.
Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to guarantee accurate processing and allocation of all customer payments.
Collaborate with the Finance Manager to facilitate new account openings in accordance with Group guidelines.
Issue credit notes for rebates, small query charges, and other relevant credits as approved by the General Manager/Finance Manager.
Approve customer orders in alignment with established Credit Control procedures.
Closely monitor high-risk customers, implementing timely and appropriate escalation procedures as needed.
Enhance credit control practices by cultivating strong relationships with customers, sales, order management, and other teams, while adhering to internal processes and guidelines.
Collaborate effectively with the Accountant and other departments to promptly resolve any queries related to cash transactions, including those arising from bank reconciliations.
Champion best practices within the Cash and Accounts Receivable environment by regularly reviewing and updating procedures and collaborating with international colleagues.
Conduct quarterly reviews of all customer credit limits, ensuring their adequacy and alignment with the General Manager and Finance Manager.
Produce monthly and quarterly Accounts Receivable reports as part of the month-end reporting process.
Required Skills & Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Credit Control position within a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and customer service skills with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
Strong analytical and numerical skills with a solid foundation in basic accounting principles.
Proficiency in computerized accounting packages, preferably SAP.
Advanced computer skills, with expertise in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Proven ability to meet deadlines consistently and effectively.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Skills: Credit Control Excel English