Credit Manager: Lead Collections & Cash Flow (Flexible)

people2people; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

people2people is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to join our Finance team in Melbourne. You will own key aspects of the credit management function, leading collections, debtor management, and credit risk while developing a high-performing Credit team.

You will collaborate with Partners and senior stakeholders to improve cash flow and manage the debtor portfolio, driving policies and controls for better commercial outcomes in a professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit management and collections within a professional services environment.
• Strong capability in stakeholder engagement and providing commercially focused financial advice.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the firm’s credit management and collections function in partnership with the other Credit Manager.
• Manage aged debt and drive strategies to improve debtor days and cash flow.
• Partner with Partners and senior stakeholders to proactively manage outstanding debt.
• Provide oversight of key client exposures, payment arrangements, and credit risk.
• Monitor and report on debtor performance, trends and areas requiring attention.
• Develop and improve credit policies, processes, and controls.
• Manage escalated or complex collection matters.
• Work collaboratively across Finance and the broader firm to achieve strong commercial outcomes.

Skills

Credit management

Collections

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Job description

people2people is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to join our Finance team in Melbourne. You will own key aspects of the credit management function, leading collections, debtor management, and credit risk while developing a high-performing Credit team.

You will collaborate with Partners and senior stakeholders to improve cash flow and manage the debtor portfolio, driving policies and controls for better commercial outcomes in a professional services environment.