Credit Controller

Agile Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Dubai is seeking a Credit Controller to manage accounts receivable effectively. Responsibilities include following up on overdue invoices, preparing aging reports, and negotiating payment terms. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Finance. Proficient communication and organizational skills are essential. The role also involves visiting customers as needed to ensure timely payments while maintaining relationships. A valid UAE driving license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in collections or accounts receivable.
• Ability to handle difficult payment situations professionally.
• Good knowledge of credit control and collection practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on overdue invoices and outstanding customer balances.
• Prepare, manage, and analyze aging reports to prioritize collections.
• Negotiate payment terms and resolve billing and invoicing issues.
• Coordinate with sales and finance teams to close outstanding accounts.
• Monitor customer credit limits and recommend credit holds when necessary.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Time management skills

Education

Graduation or Postgraduate degree in Finance or a related field

Tools

MS Excel

Basic accounting software

Job description

Job Code: 290/001/287

Industry: Material Handling / Heavy Equipment

Job Brief

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Credit Controller to manage accounts receivable and ensure the timely collection of outstanding payments. The role involves monitoring customer accounts, following up on overdue invoices, negotiating payment terms, and working closely with internal sales and finance teams. The selected candidate will also meet customers when required and help maintain strong professional relationships while ensuring healthy cash flow for the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Follow up on overdue invoices and outstanding customer balances.
• Prepare, manage, and analyze aging reports to prioritize collections.
• Negotiate payment terms and resolve billing and invoicing issues.
• Coordinate with sales and finance teams to close outstanding accounts.
• Visit customers in person when required to facilitate collections.
• Escalate unresolved or high-risk accounts appropriately while maintaining professional relationships.
• Monitor customer credit limits and recommend credit holds when necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of collection activities and customer communications.
• Ensure compliance with company credit policies and procedures.
• Support management with regular reports on receivables and collection performance.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in collections or accounts receivable.
• Graduation or Postgraduate degree in Finance or a related field (preferred).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of credit control and collection practices.
• Ability to handle difficult payment situations professionally.
• Valid UAE driving license (mandatory).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic accounting software is an advantage.