Position 1 Recruitment are working with an Engineering company, who are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Group Credit Controller to oversee and manage the credit control function across a group of companies.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage and oversee all sales ledger cash collections and processing

· Prepare and issue customer invoicing, including stage payments and warranty retentions

· Distribute customer statements and dunning letters in line with collection schedules

· Monitor overdue accounts and implement appropriate credit control measures, including supply holds and initiating legal proceedings where necessary

· Conduct credit checks for new and existing customers

· Set and manage customer credit limits

· Sign off on creditworthiness and advise on payment terms/structures during contract reviews

· Resolve account disputes and negotiate payment plans to bring accounts up to date

· Liaise with the company bank to allocate unidentified receipts

· Apply for and manage letters of credit and bank guarantees as required

· Maintain an up-to-date bank guarantee and letter of credit register

· Track proforma invoices and credit card payments

· Perform weekly sales ledger bank reconciliations

· Produce monthly cash collection forecasts

· Distribute weekly on-stop reports

· Send weekly stage payment reminders to Project Managers

· Support the Management Accountant with ad hoc financial reporting tasks

· Participate in process improvement initiatives within the finance function

Requirements

· Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a similar credit control role

· Multi-currency experience is highly desirable

· Strong knowledge of credit management principles and best practices

· Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel

This is a full-time permanent position, Monday - Friday / Hybrid working: 3 days in the office / 2 days from home (following completion of the probation period)

If you are interested, Apply now, or contact Kirsty on (phone number removed)