Credit Manager

people2people; Fairfield; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

people2people is seeking a Credit Manager to lead the end-to-end credit and accounts receivable function for a well-established business in Fairfield. The role drives risk management, policy development, and customer engagement to support sustainable growth.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll optimise collections, manage policy compliance, and coach a high-performing team while collaborating with sales and operations. Up to AU$120k plus super, temporary to permanent.

Qualifications

• Experience leading credit/receivables in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of credit risk management and compliance requirements.
• Diploma or qualification in credit management is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end credit and accounts receivable function.
• Assess credit applications and set limits/terms.
• Develop and maintain credit/risk policies and procedures.

Skills

Credit risk

Accounts receivable

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Team coaching

Policy development

Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s in Finance/Accounting

AICM qualification/Diploma of Credit Management

Job description

Lead the credit function for a well-established business

Temporary to permanent opportunity | up to $120k plus super (depending on experience)

Fairfield location

If you've been waiting for the right Credit Manager opportunity, this is one worth considering. Roles at this level rarely come to market, particularly within stable, established businesses where you can genuinely influence processes, commercial outcomes and customer relationships. In this role, as the Credit Manager you will take ownership of the end-to-end credit and accounts receivable function while supporting sustainable business growth through effective risk management and customer engagement.

Working within the Finance division and collaborating closely with sales and operational stakeholders, you will optimise collections, improve credit controls, minimise bad debt exposure, and ensure credit policies remain effective and compliant. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will lead the credit and receivables function and provide direction to the wider team.

Lead all accounts receivable and credit risk activities, including monitoring aged debt and driving timely collections.

Manage credit assessments, evaluate applications and recommend appropriate credit limits and trading terms.

Build and maintain effective credit, collection and risk management policies and procedures.

Partner with internal stakeholders to identify and manage customer risk, account performance and credit exposures.

Deliver outstanding customer service while managing escalations, negotiations and payment arrangements.

Coach, develop and support team members while overseeing reporting, forecasting and KPI performance.

To be successful, you will bring proven experience in a Credit Manager or similar senior credit leadership role, along with strong knowledge of credit risk management, accounts receivable processes and relevant compliance requirements. A Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Finance and/or Accounting, along with an AICM qualification, particularly a Diploma of Credit Management, will be highly regarded. Strong stakeholder management skills, combined with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team, are essential. Interested? Apply now or call Bianca Luck on 02 8270 9*** or Thulani Tokwe on 02 8270 9*** for a confidential discussion. We will treat all applications and conversations with the strictest confidence.

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