The Role

Credit Controller – 6 Month Contract

Location: Naas , Co. Kildare
Salary: €40,000–€45,000
Contract: 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract
Working Model: Hybrid

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.

The Package

• €40,000–€45,000
• 6-month fixed-term contract
• Hybrid working