Overview
I am currently recruiting a Senior Credit controller for a property company based in London, close to Canary Wharf on a Permanent Contract.
Client Details
My client is a very large property company specialising in looking after all the building in Canary Wharf.
They are looking to hire a Senior Credit Controller on a Permanent Basis.
My client is based in London, close to Canary Wharf station but they are offering a hybrid work pattern. 4 days in the office 1 from home
Sector: Property and construction
Description
Senior Credit Controller:
Main Responsibilities:
Credit Policy Adherence: Monitor and enforce existing credit policies.
Ensuring best practice across the Accounts Receivable function.
Tenant and Client Relations: Build and maintain positive relationships with tenants, clients, and other stakeholders, serving as the primary point of contact for credit-related inquiries, disputes, and escalations.
Collections Management: Monitor and manage accounts receivable aging reports, proactively following up on overdue payments, issuing reminders, and initiating collections actions as necessary to minimize delinquencies and maximize cash flow. Negotiation and Resolution: Negotiate payment arrangements with delinquent tenants and clients, collaborating with property managers and AR management team to resolve disputes and minimize financial losses.
Credit Analysis and Reporting: Analyse credit and collections data to identify trends, assess portfolio performance, and forecast cash flow projections.
Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management, highlighting key metrics and actionable insights.
Compliance and Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, lease agreements, and industry standards governing credit and collections activities.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the credit and collection’s function, assist with implementing technology solutions and best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Mentorship: Provide guidance and training to credit control staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning to optimize team performance and achieve departmental goals.
Overall, as a Senior Credit Controller in real estate, your role is essential for safeguarding the organization’s financial health, mitigating credit risks, optimizing cash flow, and maintaining positive relationships with tenants, clients, and stakeholders. Through effective credit management practices, you contribute to the overall success and sustainability of the business.
Profile
What We Require of You:
Previous experience of the property industry desirable, combined with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in credit control and a strong knowledge of the end-to-end credit control process.
Must be numerate, computer literate and possess good communication skills.
Excel experience within a Windows environment.
Must have ability to work under pressure, use their initiative and have a flexible yet ordered approach to their work. Confident, assertive and strong attention to detail.
Experience of working in a high volume and target driven environment. Previous supervisory experience is desirable.
Job Offer
The successful candidate will be paid £43,000 to 48,000 per annum depending on experience.