Credit Control – Naas – 6 month contract, Naas, Co. Kildare

Leinster Appointments Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Leinster Appointments Ltd in Naas is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join the finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This hands-on role will manage a high-volume customer ledger, chase payments and ensure accounts are accurate and up-to-date.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years in Credit Control/AR, strong relationship-building, excellent communication, and good IT skills. A Credit Management qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience within Credit Control / Accounts Receivable.
• Experience managing a high-volume customer ledger is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A relevant Credit Management qualification is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage the collection of outstanding customer balances in line with targets.
• Allocate customer payments to accounts accurately.
• Monitor debt levels and follow up on overdue balances.
• Manage a high-volume customer account portfolio.
• Set up new customer accounts and establish credit limits.
• Ensure credit limits and payment terms are adhered to.
• Handle customer account queries and disputes; provide timely resolutions.
• Balance the cash book and complete AR month-end processes.
• Maintain up-to-date customer account information.

Skills

Credit Control / Accounts Receivable

High-volume ledger

Customer relationship management

Communication skills

Organised / multi-priority

Attention to detail

IT / systems literacy

Education

Credit Management qualification

Job description

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team in Naas on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is a busy, hands-on Credit Control position with responsibility for managing a high-volume customer ledger, collecting outstanding monies and ensuring customer accounts are managed accurately and efficiently.

The successful candidate will have previous Credit Control / Accounts Receivable experience and be comfortable managing a busy workload while building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the collection of outstanding customer balances in line with agreed targets.
• Allocate customer payments accurately to accounts.
• Monitor customer debt levels and proactively follow up on overdue balances.
• Manage a high-volume customer account portfolio.
• Set up new customer accounts and establish appropriate credit limits.
• Ensure agreed credit limits and payment terms are adhered to.
• Place customer accounts on hold where appropriate.
• Handle customer account queries and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.
• Manage and assist with customer disputes.
• Communicate debtor issues and potential risks to management.
• Balance the cash book and complete Accounts Receivable month-end processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account information.
• Support the wider finance team as required.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years' experience within Credit Control / Accounts Receivable.
• Previous experience managing a high-volume customer ledger is essential.
• Strong customer management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good IT and systems skills.
• A relevant Credit Management qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Person

We are looking for a proactive, organised and customer-focused Credit Controller who is comfortable taking ownership of a busy ledger.

You will be a self-starter with a practical approach to problem-solving and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a wider finance team.

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