Credit Management Specialist

3 hours ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Credit Management Specialist to join our team at Gleeson Recruitment Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in credit control and management, with a proven track record of resolving bad debt.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of 12 credit control clerks across multiple sites, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts and allocation of cash received. They will also play a key role in developing and implementing credit control policies and ensuring the financial health of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a team of 12 credit control clerks across multiple sites.
  • Oversee and ensure the efficient collection of outstanding debts.
  • Monitor and assess customer accounts and their creditworthiness.
  • Develop and implement credit control policies.
  • Stay informed about relevant legislation, regulations, and industry best practices related to credit control and debt collection.
  • Ensure timely and accurate month-end reporting for the credit control function.
  • Support the General Ledger team and assist with external audits, ensuring all required documentation and records are up to date.
  • Collaborate closely with the Sales, Operations, and Invoicing teams to resolve any disputes or issues related to customer accounts, ensuring billing accuracy and quick resolution of any discrepancies.
  • Manage escalated legal actions when necessary, including liaising with external legal advisors.

About the Role:

This is a full-time hybrid position, offering a competitive salary of £40-45,000 per annum, depending on experience. The successful candidate will work within a vibrant open plan office, reporting to the Finance Manager. They will join a wider Finance team of 10 and will be responsible for managing a team of 12 credit control clerks across multiple sites.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Credit Control Manager or in a senior credit control role, with a deep understanding of credit control processes and risk management.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience in using financial software to produce reports and manage accounts.
  • A proactive, strategic mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions to improve credit management and cash flow.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of credit policies, financial regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with credit control and accounting software is preferred.
  • Confidence with basic Microsoft Excel tasks.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of £40-45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Hybrid working arrangement.
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
  • Private medical care.
  • On-site parking.


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