Credit Controller (Short Term Contract) – Dublin City Centre, Ireland
Our client, a distinguished law firm in Dublin, is seeking a skilled Credit Controller for a short-term contract. This role is crucial in managing their accounts receivable and ensuring timely payments from clients.
Your Role
1. Contact clients to ensure payment of outstanding bills using telephone, email, and letters, and maintain detailed records of all communications.
2. 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.
3. Negotiate payment terms with Partners and secure necessary approvals for fee adjustments and payment plans.
4. Implement effective strategies to recover outstanding amounts.
5. Ensure accurate recording of new client account information and coordinate with collection agencies as required.
6. Monitor outstanding balances, drive internal collection efforts, and generate management reports.
7. Provide detailed Accounts Receivable and Work in Progress reports to Partners and identify potential debtor issues early.
8. Assist with AR and WIP write-offs and conduct debt provision analysis.
9. Support the finance team with other tasks and projects as assigned.
Your Skills
10. At least two years of experience in credit control or accounting within a medium-sized corporate or professional services environment.
11. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
12. Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.
13. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
14. Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.