We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Credit Controller to join our Finance team in Mallow. This is a fixed-term opportunity for a duration of 18–24 months.
Role Purpose
This role is responsible for maximising cash flow, minimising credit risk, and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts while maintaining strong customer and stakeholder relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Maximise cash flow by ensuring timely collection of due invoices and outstanding customer balances.
Prepare weekly debtor reports and regular monthly and quarterly reports for senior management.
Monitor customer accounts to identify payment risks, resolve queries, and support timely issue resolution.
Liaise with internal teams and external partners, including legal, auditors, banking partners, and credit insurance providers as required.
Support the Credit Manager in minimising credit risk and maintaining strong corporate governance standards.
Drive process improvements, maintain SOPs, and ensure CEM issues and unpaid direct debits are reviewed and communicated daily.
Work with the Sales Director and Head of Group Sales to support the timely set-up of approved new business.
Maintain a strong customer focus and uphold a commitment to service excellence.
Key Requirements
Previous experience in credit control, credit management, accounts receivable, or a similar finance role.
Membership of the IICM or a similar professional body is desirable.
Strong knowledge of ERP systems, online banking platforms, credit management, and accounting processes.
Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical and numerical ability.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Strong understanding of corporate governance, credit risk management, and process improvement.
High levels of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and customer focus.
The Benefits of working with Barry Group
Educational Support.
Discounted Goods.
In-house Mental Health First Aiders and additional Wellbeing Programs including Cycle to Work Scheme.
CSR Activities.
Future Planning with our Pension Plan.
Competitive Salary.
Professional Development Opportunities.