North Liverpool £30,000
Job Summary
We are recruiting for a diligent and experienced Credit Controller to join a friendly finance team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing customer credit accounts, ensuring timely collection of payments, and supporting the business in maintaining a healthy cash flow while minimising credit risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage the credit control process for a portfolio of manufacturing clients.
- Chase overdue invoices via phone, email, and written correspondence.
- Liaise with internal departments (e.g., sales, logistics, production) to resolve invoice or delivery disputes.
- Assess and approve credit limits for new and existing customers based on financial analysis and credit reports.
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment history.
- Prepare and present aged debt reports and cash collection forecasts to management.
- Reconcile customer accounts and allocate incoming payments accurately.
- Support month-end and year-end closing processes with relevant debtor information.
- Ensure compliance with company credit policies and industry regulations.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Credit Controller, ideally within the manufacturing or industrial sector.
- Strong understanding of credit control procedures and financial regulations.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Sage, Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- High attention to detail and strong organisational abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with manufacturing and production processes.
- Experience dealing with international customers and multi-currency transactions.