German Speaking Credit Control Assistant (Hybrid)

Ignite; Frankfurt; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

28 days annual vacation

Competitive salary €50,000–€60,000

Strong job security

Job summary

Ignite in Frankfurt am Main is seeking a Credit Control Assistant (m/f/d) to join the Finance team in a hybrid setup. You will manage master data in SAP, coordinate with credit insurers, monitor credit limits, and help ensure timely collections while maintaining compliance with internal policies.

The role requires 2+ years in credit control, fluent German and English at C1, and solid MS Office skills. A permanent full-time position with a hybrid work arrangement is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have completed commercial vocational training / apprenticeship (kaufmännische Berufsausbildung).
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in credit control, credit management, accounts receivable, or similar finance role.
• Fluent German (C1) and English (C1) for international communication.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent numerical accuracy, attention to detail, clear communication, and deadline discipline.

Responsibilities

• Maintain customer/supplier master data in SAP and ensure data integrity.
• Liaise with trade credit insurers to secure and manage coverage; set/adjust credit limits per risk guidance.
• Assist in accounts receivable, monitor overdue items, and coordinate with sales to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare internal credit control reports and support working capital tracking and policy compliance.

Skills

German (C1)

English (C1)

Numerical fluency

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Commercial vocational training / apprenticeship (kaufmännische Berufsausbildung)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Location & Workplace

Frankfurt am Main, Germany (Hybrid – 2 days WFH / 3 days in-office)

Language Requirements

Fluent German (C1) and Fluent English (C1)

Job Title

Credit Control Assistant (m/f/d)

Department

Finance

Position Type

Full-time (Permanent)

Travel Requirements

None (0%)

About The Company

We are an established, internationally operating chemical trading company with a proud tradition spanning over 140 years. Headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, we serve as a highly reliable, innovative, and professional partner in the global marketing and distribution of basic and specialty chemicals. Our success is built on long-standing business relationships, deep industry expertise, and a commitment to operational excellence across global markets.

By joining our team, you become part of a strong, international network that combines long-term corporate stability with dynamic, modern trading operations.

Position Overview

We are seeking an organized, accurate, and proactive Credit Control Assistant (m/f/d) to join our dedicated 5-member Finance team in Frankfurt am Main.

In this multifaceted role, you will bridge day-to-day financial administration and proactive risk management. You will take ownership of maintaining essential master data, coordinating with external credit insurers, monitoring customer credit limits, and ensuring that our receivables are collected efficiently and within strict deadlines. If you thrive in a structured environment where precision, clear communication, and deadline adherence are valued, this role offers an ideal platform to broaden your financial expertise while making a tangible impact.

Key Responsibilities & Core Tasks

• Master Data Management & Administration: Accurately create, update, and maintain customer and supplier master data in SAP in strict compliance with internal policies and quality standards; perform routine audits to ensure continuous data integrity across financial systems.


• Credit Limit & Insurance Management: Liaise directly with trade credit insurance partners to secure, review, and maintain optimal credit insurance coverage; establish, adjust, and monitor credit limits for customers and suppliers based on risk guidelines and insurer recommendations.


• Accounts Receivable & Risk Mitigation: Support the clarification, monitoring, and collection of overdue customer receivables in a professional and firm manner; coordinate closely with sales and customer service teams to resolve payment discrepancies early.


• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Prepare regular internal credit control reports tracking key receivables metrics and risk exposures; conduct monthly inventory reviews and compile comprehensive reports to support working capital tracking; monitor company-wide adherence to internal credit policies.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Education: Successfully completed commercial vocational training / apprenticeship (kaufmännische Berufsausbildung).


• Professional Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in credit control, credit management, accounts receivable, or a closely related commercial finance role.


• Language Proficiency: Fluent German (C1 level) and Fluent English (C1 level), written and spoken, for smooth communication with international partners and internal teams.


• IT Skills: Solid working knowledge of the standard MS Office suite (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).


• Core Competencies & Work Style: Strong numerical fluency, high attention to detail, clear communication, assertiveness, and a self-motivated, dependable approach to deadline-driven financial procedures.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Practical hands-on experience working with SAP (ERP software).


• Knowledge of additional modern European languages.

What We Offer

• Compensation & Financial Rewards: €50,000 – €60,000 gross annual base salary + :15% annual performance-based variable bonus.


• Flexibility & Work‑Life Balance: 28 days of paid annual vacation + Hybrid model (2 fixed home-office days per week post-onboarding) with zero business travel required.


• Team Environment & Onboarding: Structured, comprehensive "on-the-job" onboarding within a collaborative, close-knit 5-member team with flat hierarchies and short decision-making paths.


• Long‑Term Career Value: Exceptional job security within a resilient, established international trading business operating for over 140 years.