Credit Control Manager

Credit Control Manager Wernick Group Limited Location: Molineux House, Russell Gardens The Wernick Group is a fast‑growing, well‑established, privately‑owned company and has grown to a turnover in excess of £200m due to a combination of strong entrepreneurial leadership, operational excellence, and robust financial controls. This 4th generation family‑owned business primarily operates within the construction sector but has also developed more specialist services for a broad range of customers. The Group continuously strives to improve and develop its business. It has six main business activities and operates from over 36 sites and divisional offices across the UK. Established since 1934, the Wernick Group has more than doubled its profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real can‑do spirit. We are seeking a highly motivated Credit Control Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the Credit Control function, leading a team of 8 Credit Controllers, and managing over 3,500 accounts across 5 trading companies. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, able to work to tight deadlines, and will have a proven track record within Credit Control. Experience in the manufacturing, construction, portable accommodation, or power generation sectors, as well as a high‑volume transaction business, is helpful. The Group offers a competitive remuneration package to the right candidate. Key Duties and Responsibilities Managing a Team of Credit Controllers Overseeing the effective collection of company debt Reviewing all new accounts and setting appropriate credit limits Reviewing existing credit limits Providing ongoing support & training for Credit Controllers Preparing month‑end reports for the Finance Manager, including commentary on Debtors Days & Aging of Debt Measuring departmental performance with agreed KPIs Maintaining and collecting debt associated with key/major clients Any other reasonable ad hoc duties The Ideal Candidate Will Have A positive and flexible attitude with the ability to act on their own initiative Experience of working within a large team Excellent problem‑solving skills for timely and efficient resolution of invoice queries Experience working well under pressure, prioritising workload, and adhering to strict deadlines A basic level of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook Experience with accounts software packages such as Sage 50 and Sage 200 Experience of using MSC RM Rental Management Software Attributes Proactive, positive and professional attitude Proven track record within credit control Excellent communicator and able to work to tight deadlines Benefits Competitive salary and bonus scheme Generous holiday allowance (rising with service) Option to buy extra holidays Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday Christmas shutdown Early finish Friday Cycle to work scheme Group pension Annual salary review – takes place each January Life assurance 2 × annual salary Personal accident insurance Free onsite parking Employee assistance programme Training and progression opportunities Family run and well established, secure company (trading 90 years) Open door policy Employee referral scheme Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme) Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers Message the MD/CEO/ideas and contributions scheme Volunteering day off each year Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Important Notice to Recruitment Agencies Any unsolicited CVs will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as gifts. We have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly without having entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy, we will contact you. The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, this vacancy is subject to close earlier than the stated closing date dependent on application numbers. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible. Closing Date Friday 9th January 2026 Contract Type Full‑time Salary Based on experience #J-18808-Ljbffr