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About the role
We are working with a leading Irish organisation to appoint a Credit Control Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business in a period of transformation, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and driving effective credit control processes across the company.
Reporting to the Revenue Control Manager, this position will be central to ensuring the accurate and efficient management of credit control operations. From overseeing collections and aged debt to implementing process improvements and influencing key decisions, this is a role where you’ll make a tangible impact on financial performance.
Responsibilities
* Develop and implement credit control policies and strategies to ensure prompt collection of outstanding debts.
* Lead the credit control function, including account setup, batch approvals, payment allocations, and customer query resolution.
* Monitor customer creditworthiness, setting and reviewing credit limits and payment terms.
* Manage aged debt effectively, escalating issues where appropriate.
* Conduct credit risk assessments and provide recommendations to senior management.
* Analyse and report on key metrics including debtor days, ageing reports, and bad debt provisions.
* Prepare weekly and monthly reports with meaningful insights and cashflow forecasts.
* Oversee and maintain Direct Debit processes, ensuring full documentation of procedures.
* Collaborate with commercial teams to strengthen relationships and support business objectives.
* Partner on IT projects and system upgrades to improve efficiency and reporting capabilities.
* Support the wider Revenue Finance team where required.
* Demonstrate adaptability in an evolving business environment by embracing change and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
* Relevant financial/credit control experience, or a qualified/part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
* Strong background in change management and systems/process improvements.
* Proven ability to make informed decisions through analysis, challenge, and debate.
* Skilled communicator with the ability to simplify complex issues and influence stakeholders.
* Track record of delivering results within tight deadlines while coaching and motivating others.
* Advanced problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in financial reporting systems (or the ability to quickly develop this expertise).
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance
Industries
* Utilities, Financial Services, and Transportation, Logistics, Storage
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