Credit Control Manager

About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Credit Control Manager to join our team in Colchester on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for a confident credit professional who can hit the ground running, manage a credit control function effectively, and support the business during a period of change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt
• Oversee customer credit limits and perform regular credit risk assessments
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers
• Handle escalated or complex debt queries and disputes
• Produce regular reporting on debtor days, aged debt, and cash flow
• Review and improve credit control processes and policies where appropriate
• Support month-end processes and provide ad-hoc financial analysis as required

About You

• Proven experience in a Credit Control Manager role with team management experience
• Strong knowledge of credit control best practices and risk management
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Hands-on approach with excellent organisational skills
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience

What’s on Offer

• 6-month fixed term contract
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a supportive finance team
• Convenient Colchester location

How to Apply
If you are an experienced Credit Control Manager available for a fixed term contract and based in or near Colchester, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV outlining your relevant experience.