Group Credit Controller

Position 1 Recruitment are working with an Engineering company, who are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Group Credit Controller to oversee and manage the credit control function across a group of companies.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all sales ledger cash collections and processing

Prepare and issue customer invoicing, including stage payments and warranty retentions

Distribute customer statements and dunning letters in line with collection schedules

Monitor overdue accounts and implement appropriate credit control measures, including supply holds and initiating legal proceedings where necessary

Conduct credit checks for new and existing customers

Set and manage customer credit limits

Sign off on creditworthiness and advise on payment terms/structures during contract reviews

Resolve account disputes and negotiate payment plans to bring accounts up to date

Liaise with the company bank to allocate unidentified receipts

Apply for and manage letters of credit and bank guarantees as required

Maintain an up-to-date bank guarantee and letter of credit register

Track proforma invoices and credit card payments

Perform weekly sales ledger bank reconciliations

Produce monthly cash collection forecasts

Distribute weekly on-stop reports

Send weekly stage payment reminders to Project Managers

Support the Management Accountant with ad hoc financial reporting tasks

Participate in process improvement initiatives within the finance function

Requirements

Minimum 23 years experience in a similar credit control role

Multi-currency experience is highly desirable

Strong knowledge of credit management principles and best practices

Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

This is a full-time permanent position, Monday Friday / Hybrid working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home (following completion of the probation period)

If you are interested, Apply now, or contact Kirsty on

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