Senior Credit Control Leader — Cash Flow & Growth

Anderson Knight Limited; Scotland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Knight Limited is seeking an experienced Credit Control Manager for a leading global finance brokerage business expanding in Scotland. You will own the credit control function, drive timely cash collection, and implement robust processes to support growth across the Scottish operation.

The role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen and the ability to develop and scale credit controls in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a Credit Control Manager or senior credit control position.
• Proven experience leading, managing and developing a credit control team.
• Strong understanding of credit control, debt recovery, cash flow management and credit risk.
• Track record of improving collection performance and reducing aged debt.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-growth or evolving environments is advantageous.
• Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the credit control team, ensuring targets are met.
• Oversee end-to-end credit control, driving timely cash collection and controlling debt.
• Develop and implement credit control strategies, policies and procedures.
• Monitor aged debt and debtor performance, identify trends and mitigate risks.
• Own escalated accounts, negotiate payment arrangements and resolve disputes.
• Collaborate with senior management, finance, sales and operations for cash flow.
• Produce and present management information, including aged debt analysis and forecasts.
• Review and enhance credit control processes to improve efficiency and controls.
• Oversee customer credit assessments, limits and payment terms with risk management.
• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders for professional account management.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Credit control leadership

Cash flow management

Team development

Stakeholder management

Analytical mindset

Negotiation

Regulatory awareness

Microsoft Excel

Finance systems

Commercial awareness

Tools

Credit management software

ERP/Finance systems

Job description

Anderson Knight Limited is seeking an experienced Credit Control Manager for a leading global finance brokerage business expanding in Scotland. You will own the credit control function, drive timely cash collection, and implement robust processes to support growth across the Scottish operation.

The role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen and the ability to develop and scale credit controls in a fast-paced environment.