Job Summary
A highly motivated and experienced Finance Professional is sought after by a leading organisation to join their finance team in a key Credit Controller role.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the full Debtors Function, from initial invoicing through to payment collection and everything in between. This position is critical to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the efficient processing of invoices.
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Key Responsibilities
* Managing payment collections via phone and email, ensuring adherence to credit terms and meeting collection targets.
* Proactively reducing debtor days to improve cash flow.
* Preparing daily credit reports and managing occasional manual lodgements.
* Overseeing invoicing processes, from data entry in accounting software to monthly statement preparation.
* Conducting daily, weekly, and month-end account reconciliations.
* Meeting strict deadlines for Invoice Discounting and preparing monthly financial reports.
* Generating additional reports to integrate costs into the project management system and supporting the accountant with monthly accounts.
* Acting as a liaison between clients and engineers to resolve queries promptly and facilitate timely payments.
* Participating in weekly debtors' meetings with directors and senior staff to provide updates and gather input on outstanding accounts.
* Demonstrating strong organisational and time management skills to meet deadlines efficiently.
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Desired Requirements
* A minimum of 5 years of credit control experience in professional services or a comparable sector.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Sage Line 50 software, and Coretime Project Management systems, linking accounts and project management processes.
* Highly organised, efficient, and detail-oriented, especially when working with financial data.
* Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and internal teams.
* A collaborative team player who contributes positively to a dynamic group.