Credit Control Manager
Location: Burnley
Salary: up to circa £40,000 DOE
A well-established, international manufacturing company is seeking a proactive and experienced senior Credit Controller to join their finance team, in a standalone position. With operations across the UK, America, Singapore, Australia, China, and The Netherlands, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a global business.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will be instrumental in managing the credit control function, supporting financial reporting and ensuring robust credit risk management across all entities within the group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess customer credit worthiness and manage credit limits
- Maintain frequent contact with customers to ensure timely payments
- Collaborate with internal departments, particularly Sales, to resolve queries
- Manage relationships with credit insurers, including declarations and renewals
- Administer credit insurance claims as needed
- Record and bank incoming receipts and issue credit notes
- Track and resolve customer disputes professionally and efficiently
- Attend customer meetings to negotiate and resolve payment/invoicing issues
- Compile regular reports and maintain the company's credit policy
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a credit control department and experience with multi currencies/ countries
- Strong Excel and general systems skills
- Clear, professional communication skills and a polite but tenacious telephone manner
- Highly organised analytical and detail-oriented
- Able to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and adapt to change
- A motivated team player who can also work independently
We're looking for someone with a positive, can-do attitude who thrives in a busy environment and takes pride in managing relationships both internally and externally. If you're a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving and wants to make a measurable impact, please send a copy of your CV for consideration.
