Credit Controller (French Speaking)

We are looking for a proactive & enthusiatic French speaking Credit Controller to join our finance function to support the team in maximising international cash flow and proactively minimising risks to limit credit exposure

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for cash collection and debt reduction
• Handle accounts and proactively negotiate to bring payment in to line with the Clinigen Group terms of business.
• Anticipate and minimize credit risk exposure.
• Manage internal queries and mailbox
• Obtain sufficient information to perform credit check to set credit limits;
• Monitor and review customers payment and business level performance to minimise risk and maximise efficiency;
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer information to minimise risk exposure and improve internal communication;.
• Identify possible high risk customers and act accordingly to reduce risk, including legal action;
• Liaise with lawyers for all legal matters relating to legal actions against international customers;
• Raise interest invoices when needed;
• Analyze and monitor international DSO;
• Cash posting and Unapplied Cash allocation on accounts when required

• Extensive experience of sales ledger in previous roles is essential
• Basic accountancy knowledge
• Experience of dealing effectively with high volume accounts
• Intermediate level skills in Microsoft Excel/word
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers
• Numerate and good analytical skills
• Proven ability for attention to detail and accuracy
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Accountancy qualification, or currently studying towards (AAT or equivalent) is desirable
• Previous experience in Oracle ERP would be advantageous

• 27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension contributions - 4.5% matched
• Life assurance - 4x annual salary
• Flexible Benefits Platform with £25/month Company contribution
• Annual salary review
• Independent financial advice service
• Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
• Shopping discounts with retailers
• Long service awards
• Recognition scheme & employee of the year awards