Head of Credit Control

As the Credit Control Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing the credit approval process for new customers, collaborating closely with the Sales and Accounts Receivable teams. Your responsibilities will include evaluating customer creditworthiness through financial analysis, credit reports, and internal scoring tools. You will oversee daily credit control operations, such as debt collection, account reviews, and risk monitoring. Monitoring aged debt reports, identifying high-risk accounts, and handling disputed invoices will be part of your daily tasks. One of your key duties will be to develop and maintain credit risk reporting, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior stakeholders. Ensuring adherence to company policies, regulatory standards, and audit requirements will be essential. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and customer records related to credit decisions and collection actions. Additionally, you will lead initiatives for continuous improvement in credit control processes and systems. To excel in this role, you should hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field. Possessing a relevant professional qualification will be advantageous. With at least 8 years of experience in credit control, credit risk, or accounts receivable management, you should have a strong background in customer onboarding, credit evaluation, and collection processes. Experience collaborating with sales and finance teams in a commercial setting is crucial. Your skills and competencies will be vital to your success in this role. Strong analytical and decision-making skills are necessary, along with a deep understanding of credit risk principles and compliance requirements. Proficiency in negotiation, dispute resolution, and stakeholder management is essential. Familiarity with credit management systems, ERP platforms, and Excel is required. Effective communication and leadership skills, coupled with a proactive, solution-focused approach, will be key to driving success in this position.,