Credit Controller - Interim

Job Purpose

We are looking for a  Temporary Fleet Credit & Collections Analyst reporting directly to the Credit and Fleet Supervisor. This is a Local, based in Warwick.

This varied and challenging role is responsible for managing the credit risk for a portfolio the  Irish and UK fleet business AR ledger covering all aspects of credit control from new account process to cash collection.  Working closely with key stakeholders within the busines and external customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assessment of new customer applications and initiate account set up
• Risk analysis via credit agencies and review of company financials , communicating recommendations to the Credit Manager and reasons behind the decision making
• Manage changes to customer master data
• Proactive analysis and management of credit limits in line with changes to purchase patterns and payment behaviour
• Minimise the risk of bad and doubtful debts through credit management best practices
• Proactive cash collection, contacting customers primarily by telephone and email
• Control and manage past due levels, ensuring late payment is forthcoming
• Investigate and monitor disputed invoices, logging the query, raising the credit or debit note and communicating the outcome to the customer
• Regular aged debt reporting
• Ensure customer account reconciliations are completed and accurate
• Develop, maintain and improve relationships with internal and external customers
• Accompany Credit/Sales Manager to customers premises where required
• Provide timely and accurate Credit reporting to relevant audience
• Achieve KPI’s set by your line Manager
• Perform regular Accounts Receivable activities, i.e. invoicing, statements, direct debit processing, etc.
• Take active part in cross functional problem solving sessions
• Assist with cover and support of team mates when needed due to absence.
• Comply with JSOX and audit requirements
• Perform Ad Hoc duties assigned by your line Manager

Requirements:

• Education:  Qualified or studying CICM desirable
• Languages skills:  Fluent in English both written and spoken
• Experience (years):  3 years minimum in Credit environment
• Technical Knowledge: Excel Intermediate level with experience using other Microsoft Office products.  Previous experience of SAP would be desirable.  Understanding of company financial statements.