German Speaking Credit Controller

Our client is seeking a German-speaking Credit Controller to join their Transaction Shared Service centre located in Blackburn. This role offers an exciting opportunity to play a crucial part in transforming the finance department operations as the business continues to grow. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, maximising cash collection, minimising risk and exceeding KPIs. If you are a forward-thinking individual with a passion for Credit Management, this could be your next career move.

• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business
• Responsibility for managing customer accounts and maximising cash collection
• Chance to contribute to the transformation of the finance department

As a German Speaking Credit Controller, you will be at the forefront of managing customer accounts, ensuring that all debts for new and existing customers are collected in line with the company's policies and agreed payment terms. You will use your skills and knowledge to improve efficiency within the department, demonstrating a professional approach while maintaining the highest level of accuracy. Your role will also involve presenting and communicating effectively with key stakeholders.

• Manage your own portfolio of accounts, ensuring outstanding debts are collected in line with company policy
• Maintain a proactive approach to collecting outstanding debt to meet collection targets
• Keep accurate records on chasing and payment promises
• Resolve customer queries including timely escalation of issues
• Drive continuous improvement in the number of days debts remaining overdue
• Manage and monitor new customer accounts set up, including the setting and controlling of credit limits
• Assist with the workload of other team members from time-to-time
• Maintain strong relationships with customers and internal colleagues
• Work in collaboration with operational teams across the Group

The ideal candidate for this German Speaking Credit Controller position will bring proven experience in Credit Control or Accounts Receivable. You should have strong working knowledge of MS Office products, particularly Excel, along with good analytical and problem-solving skills. Your excellent communication abilities will enable you to adapt your style according to your customer base. Good negotiation skills, target orientation, excellent time management and organisational skills are also essential for this role.

• Experience working within Credit Control/Accounts Receivable
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office products and good knowledge of Excel
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Great communicator, able to adapt style of communication relative to your customer base
• Good negotiation skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Target oriented
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work well alone and as part of a team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that is committed to transforming its finance department operations as it continues to grow. They value forward-thinking individuals who can bring their passion for Credit Management to the role. The company offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can grow your skills and contribute to the success of the business.

Ready for an exciting new challenge? Apply now!

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