Credit Control - Account Receivable Officer

Position Overview

An established company is seeking a Credit Control Manager to lead the credit control function within the finance department. This role is responsible for managing a team that recovers unpaid debt and outstanding payments owed to the organisation from both business (commercial) and individual (consumer) clients. The credit function plays a vital role in ensuring invoices are paid on time and supporting the organisation's financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise a team of Credit Control Officers
• Formulate and implement the company's credit policy to mitigate unnecessary risk
• Review credit applications and credit references to set appropriate credit limits and assess credit worthiness
• Prepare journal entries, credit notes, and assist with month-end closing procedures
• Review and report on aged debtors to identify collection priorities
• Negotiate and maintain relationships with third-party debt collection agencies
• Manage write-offs, bad debt provisions, and establish payment plans
• Support the broader accounts team with credit-related functions
• Regularly review processes and procedures to reduce debtor days and improve cash flow

Required Skills and Attributes

• At least 5 years' experience in credit control, accounts receivable, and accounting
• Proven end-to-end credit control and accounts receivable process expertise
• Working knowledge of credit law
• Staff management and team leadership experience
• Strong accounting and reconciliation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly during difficult customer negotiations
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Strong multitasking and organisational abilities
• Intermediate proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Excel and accounting packages

Location

Lagos, Nigeria