Credit Controller (Short Term Contract)
In the esteemed law firm in Dublin, a skilled Credit Controller is sought for a short-term contract to manage accounts receivable and ensure timely payments from clients.
Your Role
* Contact clients via telephone, email, and letters to confirm payment of outstanding bills and maintain detailed records of all communications.
* Resolve client issues by providing necessary documentation such as invoices, proofs of services, and credit notes, and collaborate with internal departments to expedite problem resolution.
* Negotiate payment terms with Partners and secure necessary approvals for fee adjustments and payment plans.
* Implement effective strategies to recover outstanding amounts.
* Ensure accurate recording of new client account information and coordinate with collection agencies as required.
* Monitor outstanding balances, drive internal collection efforts, and generate management reports.
* Provide detailed Accounts Receivable and Work in Progress reports to Partners and identify potential debtor issues early.
* Assist with AR and WIP write-offs and conduct debt provision analysis.
* Support the finance team with other tasks and projects as assigned.
Your Skills
* At least two years of experience in credit control or accounting within a medium-sized corporate or professional services environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.