Credit Controller (Team Lead)

Overview

Credit Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Receivables Executives, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Monitor and control the company’s credit and debt recovery processes in compliance with company policies and financial regulations.
• Review customer credit applications and conduct credit risk assessments.
• Oversee daily receivables operations including invoice generation, payment follow-ups, and reconciliation of accounts.
• Ensure timely collection of outstanding payments and reduce overdue receivables.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer accounts and update credit limits accordingly.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to resolve billing and payment disputes.
• Prepare regular reports on receivables status, aging analysis, and credit risk for senior management.
• Implement and improve credit control policies and procedures to optimize cash flow and minimize bad debts.
• Liaise with external debt collection agencies or legal advisors when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills

• Professional Qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (CA/ACCA Preferred).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS), financial regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment and ability to meet activities deadlines.
• Business-partnering mindset; project management experience.
• Independently manage multiple tasks, projects and ability to prioritize.
• Advanced Excel/PowerBI skills

Preferred

• Experience managing a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of local laws and regulations related to credit and collections.
• Experience in the F&B industry
• Conversational skills in Arabic