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Purpose of the Role:
The Cash & Credit Manager will have full responsibility for managing the Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and cashflow functions both Ireland and the UK. This includes overseeing internal credit policies, payment operations, and managing relationships and reconciliations with external financial institutions. The role is key to ensuring strong financial control, efficient working capital management, and smooth day-to-day financial operations across all business units.
Key Responsibilities
Cashflow & Credit Management
* Monitor and manage daily group cashflow requirements, including short-term forecasting.
* Oversee credit control procedures, ensuring efficient debt recovery while maintaining customer relationships.
* Implement and review internal credit limits and risk controls.
* Maintain and enhance group credit policies, escalating credit risks where appropriate.
Accounts Receivable
* Lead the AR function, ensuring timely invoicing, collections, allocations, and aged debt reviews.
* Oversee AR team performance, setting targets and KPIs to improve DSO (Days Sales Outstanding).
* Collaborate with operational and sales teams to resolve billing or customer disputes.
Accounts Payable
* Manage AP operations, including invoice processing, supplier payments, reconciliations, and supplier queries.
* Ensure payment runs are executed in line with cashflow strategy.
* Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring terms are respected and issues resolved promptly.
External Financial Institutions
* Act as the primary contact for external financial partners.
* Oversee reconciliations and reporting.
* Directly manage and mentor a team of 5 AR and AP staff.
* Conduct performance reviews, training, and support career development within the team.
* Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence.
* Strong understanding of AR, AP, and credit management processes.
* Excellent financial reconciliation and reporting skills.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Team leadership and mentoring experience.
* High level of attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
* Hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
Qualifications & Experience:
* 5+ years in a finance role with a strong track record managing AR, AP, and cashflow.
* Experience in both Irish and UK finance environments desirable.
* Accounting or finance qualification (e.g. IATI, ACCA, CIMA) preferred but not essential.
* Proficiency in financial software (Sage, SAP, Salesforce, or similar) and strong Excel skills.
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