Credit Controller

Leeside Talent Solutions; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeside Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join its finance team in Cork on a permanent basis. The role offers a hybrid working policy, a competitive salary, and clear career progression.

You will manage a portfolio of customer accounts, chase overdue balances, resolve queries, reconcile statements, monitor credit limits, and support month-end processes. Strong Excel and ERP experience (SAP/Sage/Oracle) are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritise workload effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Experience working in a high-volume B2B environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a portfolio of customer accounts.
• Proactively follow up on overdue invoices via phone and email.
• Resolve customer account queries and payment disputes efficiently.
• Reconcile customer statements and account balances.
• Monitor credit limits and assess customer risk.
• Produce aged debtor reports and support cash flow forecasting.
• Allocate incoming payments accurately.
• Liaise with internal departments regarding account issues and escalations.
• Maintain accurate records on the company ERP/accounting system.
• Assist with month-end reporting and audit preparation where required.
• Ensure compliance with company credit policies and procedures.

Tools

SAP

Sage

Oracle

Job description

A well-established national provider of business technology solutions is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join its finance team in Cork. This is a permanent role offering a very competitive salary, career progression, benefits and a hybrid working policy.

The successful candidate will work closely with customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely collection of outstanding balances while maintaining positive client relationships.

The Role:

This role will be responsible for managing customer accounts, maintaining strong cash flow performance, and supporting the wider finance function through effective credit control procedures.

• Manage and maintain a portfolio of customer accounts
• Proactively follow up on overdue invoices via phone and email
• Resolve customer account queries and payment disputes efficiently
• Reconcile customer statements and account balances
• Monitor credit limits and assess customer risk
• Produce aged debtor reports and support cash flow forecasting
• Allocate incoming payments accurately
• Liaise with internal departments regarding account issues and escalations
• Maintain accurate records on the company ERP/accounting system
• Assist with month-end reporting and audit preparation where required
• Ensure compliance with company credit policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and prioritise workload effectively
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in a high-volume B2B environment
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Sage, Oracle, or similar
• Exposure to finance administration or broader accounts functions