Credit Controller, Nz

Accolade Wines Limited; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wine allowance

Loyalty Leave

Vinarchy Anniversary Day off

Go Beyond Day

Online learning library

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Vinarchy is seeking a Credit Controller NZ on a 12-month contract to manage end-to-end credit control for the New Zealand portfolio. Reporting to the Senior Credit Controller NZ, you will support cash collection, credit risk management and the order-to-cash process.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control, strong reconciliation and negotiation skills, and experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control.
• Strong reconciliation skills and managing aged debt.
• Intermediate Excel and Word skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation with customers.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., JD Edwards).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.
• Customer focused with analytical mindset.
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution.

Responsibilities

• Manage outstanding customer debt to meet terms and cash targets.
• Conduct credit reviews and manage credit limits.
• Support order-to-cash, including release from credit hold.
• Maintain account reconciliations and resolve queries.
• Contribute to month-end AR processes and compliance.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce aged debt and DSO.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

Excel

Word

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Analytical mindset

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is an exceptional global wine company committed to redefining wine.

Crafting extraordinary wines in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile and the United States, and sharing them in almost every corner of the world, we are relentlessly innovative, ambitious and imaginative at every stage from grape to glass.

About the role

Join Vinarchy as a Credit Controller on a 12-month contract. The Credit Controller – NZ plays a key role in enabling One Vinarchy. Reporting to the Senior Credit Controller – NZ, this position is responsible for end-to-end credit control activities for the New Zealand customer portfolio, supporting cash collection, credit risk management and the order-to-cash process.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage and monitor outstanding customer debt to ensure payment within authorised terms and cash collection targets
• Conduct credit reviews, manage credit limits and elevate risk where required
• Support order-to-cash operations, including release of orders on credit hold and documentation retrieval
• Maintain accurate account reconciliations and resolve customer queries, including processing credit notes and adjustments
• Contribute to month-end AR processes, reporting and compliance activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce aged debt and improve DSO

What You’ll Bring:

• 2–3 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control
• Strong account reconciliation skills with proven ability to manage aged debt
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills when engaging with customers
• Experience using ERP financial systems (e.g. JD Edwards)
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Customer focused with a problem solving, analytical mindset.
• Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution environments.

Behaviours

• Ability to operate effectively in a changing environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Alignment to Vinarchy values and ways of working

Why Join Us?

Vinarchy is a home for passionate people to do their very best work. We believe in empowering our people and celebrating success. We offer a competitive rewards package and the opportunity to work with a world-class team.

You’ll also have access to:

• Staff wine allowance and access to unique wine specials
• Loyalty Leave - earn up to 1-week additional annual leave after 5 yrs
• Vinarchy Anniversary Day off
• Go Beyond Day - making a difference in your local community
• Access to an extensive online learning library
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive employee discounts with national retailers

At Vinarchy, we are dedicated to building a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture. Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and undertake relevant pre-employment screening to verify eligibility and suitability.

Established in 2025 following the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, Vinarchy is a new global leader with a mission to redefine wine