Credit Control Manager

Credit Control Manager | Alfreton | Up to £36,500 DOE | Full Time | Permanent

Astute Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a successful and continually growing manufacturing business based in Alfreton to recruit an experienced Credit Control Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded Credit Control professional to take ownership of a well-established credit function, leading a team whilst driving cash collection performance, minimising risk and improving processes across the department.

The successful candidate will play a key role within the finance team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of credit control operations whilst providing meaningful reporting and analysis to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead, motivate and develop the Credit Control team.
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• Oversee the timely collection of outstanding debt and maximise cash flow.
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• Monitor and manage customer credit limits and account risk.
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• Review and improve existing credit control procedures and processes.
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• Prepare and present monthly KPI reports and performance analysis.
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• Forecast short and medium-term cash collections to support cashflow planning.
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• Manage customer on-hold reports and escalate potential risks.
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• Oversee customer credit insurance levels and related documentation.
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• Ensure the timely allocation of cash receipts.
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• Support debt recovery activities where required.
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• Build strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.
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• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency across the function.
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About You:

To be considered for this role, you will have:

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• A minimum of 3 years' experience managing a Credit Control team.
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• Previous experience within a manufacturing, distribution or similar fast-paced environment.
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• Strong reporting and analytical skills.
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• The ability to balance commercial opportunity with risk management.
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• Experience reviewing and improving processes and procedures.
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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyse large volumes of data, create dashboards, produce KPI reports and generate meaningful management information.
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• A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
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Other roles you may have applied for: Sales Ledger Manager, Credit Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager, Credit & Collections Manager, Credit Services Manager, Accounts Receivable Team Leader, Senior Credit Controller, Credit Control Team Leader, Credit Supervisor.