Credit Controller Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Credit Controller to join a leading international company in a newly established division. This role reports to the Lead Credit Controller for the EMEA region and plays a key role in enhancing the Finance & Controlling team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collections and Account Management:
o Make daily collection calls to address unpaid account balances.
o Maintain and update credit history files, ensuring all activities are well-documented.
o Perform account and payment reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
* Credit Risk Analysis:
o Assess the creditworthiness of clients using external credit risk management tools and reports.
o Review new customer accounts, setting appropriate credit terms and limits.
o Analyze accounts to determine potential risk and financial exposure.
* Customer and Stakeholder Liaison:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring timely payments and resolving queries.
o Collaborate with local operations and shared service centres to address and resolve customer issues.
* Reporting and Monitoring:
o Produce and present weekly aging reports to management, highlighting key insights and trends.
o Monitor accounts for potential bad debt, taking proactive measures to minimize financial risk.
Skills and Experience:
* A minimum of 3 years of experience in a credit control role with an operational focus.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience liaising with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
* A high attention to detail, with proven accuracy in managing and reconciling accounts.
* Experience with SAP and Oracle systems is desirable.