Interim Credit Control Manager

Hamilton Woods; Leicester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Woods is seeking an experienced Interim Credit Control Manager to lead the credit control function in Leicester on a 6-12 month contract. The role focuses on driving cash collection, reducing aged debt and supporting the wider finance team during a busy period.

The you will manage a credit control team, implement best practice, monitor debtor balances and deliver KPI reports. This position requires hands-on leadership, strong communication and a proactive approach in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience leading and developing a credit control function.
• Proven track record of improving cash collection and reducing aged debt.
• Strong analytical, communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day‑to‑day activities of the credit control team.
• Drive cash collection and reduce aged debt.
• Monitor debtor balances and produce regular aged debt reports.
• Develop and implement effective credit control strategies and processes.
• Build strong relationships with customers to resolve payment issues.
• Review and approve credit limits and assess customer credit risk.
• Escalate high-risk accounts where appropriate.
• Produce weekly and monthly KPI reports for senior management.
• Support cash flow forecasting with the finance team.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls within credit.

Skills

Leadership

Cash collection

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Interim Credit Control Manager

Location: Leicester (Office-based with flexibility where appropriate)

Contract: Interim 6-12 Months

Salary: Equivalent to circa £40,000 per annum

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Credit Control Manager to join a well-established business based in Leicester on an initial 6-12 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on credit professional to lead the credit control function, drive cash collection performance and support the wider finance team during a busy period. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving debtor performance, managing the credit control team and implementing best practice across the function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day activities of the credit control team.
• Drive cash collection and reduce aged debt.
• Monitor debtor balances and produce regular aged debt reports.
• Develop and implement effective credit control strategies and processes.
• Build strong working relationships with customers to resolve outstanding queries and payment issues.
• Review and approve credit limits and assess customer credit risk.
• Escalate high-risk accounts where appropriate.
• Produce weekly and monthly KPI reports for senior management.
• Work closely with the wider finance team to support cash flow forecasting.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls within the credit function.
• Support with month-end activities relating to accounts receivable.

About You

• Previous experience managing a credit control function or team.
• A proven track record of improving cash collection and reducing debtor days.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using ERP or finance systems, alongside strong Excel skills.
• The ability to work independently and deliver results within a fast-paced environment.