Credit & Collections Specialist
Must be fluent in both German and English
Location: Cork
Salary: €30,590 – €48,944 + Benefits
Job Type: Hybrid
Syntech Recruitment are partnering with a globally recognised organisation to recruit a German-Speaking Credit & Collections Specialist to support regional cash flow performance and customer account management activities across the DACH region.
This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional with experience in Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or Collections who is fluent in both German and English and enjoys working within a fast-paced international environment.
You will manage a portfolio of customer accounts, drive cash collection activity, resolve billing disputes and support financial risk mitigation while maintaining strong customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end credit control and collections activities across a designated customer portfolio
* Drive cash collection performance and support achievement of monthly regional cash flow targets
* Conduct account reconciliations to maintain accurate aged debt reporting and ledger integrity
* Collaborate closely with Customer Service teams to resolve invoice queries, disputes and payment delays
* Monitor customer credit limits and ensure compliance with agreed credit terms
* Execute order release processes in line with internal credit policy and risk controls
* Reduce delinquency levels and support DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) improvement initiatives
* Maintain accurate customer account records and financial documentation
* Build strong customer relationships while applying professional negotiation and collections techniques
* Escalate high-risk or overdue accounts where appropriate
Required Experience & Skills
* Minimum 18 months’ experience within a Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or Collections environment
* Previous experience managing customer accounts and aged debt portfolios
* Strong account reconciliation and ledger management experience
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills
* Confident working with financial data and payment analysis
* Ability to manage competing priorities within a fast-paced finance function
* Professional level English communication skills, both written and verbal
* Proficient IT skills and experience using finance or ERP systems
Preferred Background
* Certificate or Diploma qualification in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
* Experience working within a shared services, manufacturing or multinational environment would be advantageous
* Exposure to KPI-driven collections or cash flow performance targets
What’s on Offer
Financial & Health Benefits
Healthcare contribution
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Eye care contribution
Work-Life Balance
Hybrid working arrangements
Increasing annual leave entitlement with service
Additional company leave days
Family-friendly policies
Training & Development
ACCA accredited training support
Professional memberships funded where relevant
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Additional Benefits
On-site parking
Sports & Social Club
CSR and charity initiatives
Employee wellbeing, sustainability and DE&I programmes
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established international business offering strong career development, structured professional support and long-term progression within a collaborative finance environment.
The role would suit candidates currently working as:
* Credit Controller
* Accounts Receivable Specialist
* Collections Analyst
* Finance Administrator
* Billing & Collections Coordinator
Apply Now
To apply or learn more, contact Syntech Recruitment today