Assistant Credit Controller
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At Caparol, we are committed to excellence and innovation in the paints, coatings, and sustainable building solutions industry. We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Credit Controller to join our Finance team in Dubai.
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Overview
At Caparol, we are committed to excellence and innovation in the paints, coatings, and sustainable building solutions industry.
We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated
Assistant Credit Controller
to join our Finance team in Dubai.
This role plays a key part in supporting effective credit management, ensuring timely collection of outstanding payments, and maintaining financial discipline in line with Caparol’s policies and procedures.
If you have a strong background in credit control, are confident in handling client follow-ups, and can manage documentation and legal coordination processes with accuracy, this opportunity is for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and monitor customer accounts to ensure timely collection of due and overdue payments.
- Execute structured follow-ups with clients via calls, emails, and formal correspondence to secure payments.
- Maintain accurate credit records, customer ledgers, and updated account statements.
- Prepare and issue Balance Confirmation Letters and ensure timely collection of signed acknowledgements.
- Review and verify invoices, deliveries, and billing details before sharing documentation with clients.
- Monitor returned cheques, payment discrepancies, and take appropriate corrective actions.
- Assist in implementing credit control procedures and collection strategies in coordination with the Credit Controller.
- Support the preparation of Letters of Credit and maintain related banking documentation.
- Coordinate internally with Sales, Finance, and other departments to resolve reconciliation and payment issues.
- Prepare weekly and monthly aging reports and provide status updates on overdue accounts to management.
- Support the initiation and documentation of legal actions against defaulting customers in line with company policies.
- Ensure compliance with ISO, QHSE, and internal financial control procedures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or collections.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
- Good understanding of credit control procedures and financial documentation.
- Knowledge of legal recovery processes is an advantage.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Experience in the construction or building materials industry is a plus.
- Fluency in English (Arabic or Hindi is an advantage).
Why Join Caparol?
At Caparol, you will be part of a collaborative and structured finance environment that values accuracy, accountability, and operational excellence.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams and contribute directly to maintaining the company’s financial stability and healthy cash flow.
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