Credit Controller

Credit Controller

Job Purpose Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the setting up of the credit control system
• Ensure that debts are paid in a timely manner
• Meet cash & debtor day targets set by the Firm
• Chase overdue invoices by telephone, email & letter within agreed timescales
• Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity
• Regular meetings with Fee Earners to ensure all relevant debts are managed as necessary
• Identify changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert indebtedness
• Ensure that all transactions are compliant with SARs and HMRC regulations
• Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms
• Provide accurate advice on billing queries
• Respond promptly and completely to both client and internal enquiries
• Propose write off of irrecoverable WIP and disbursements
• Prepare files for transfer to the Debt Recovery Dept
• Providing ad-hoc reporting as and when requested
• Post payments to accounts and allocate as required
• Undertake account reconciliations as required
• Ensure monthly processing deadlines are met as required
• Send out monthly client statements/letters as may be agreed from time to time
• Develop the credit management capability within the practice
• Provide cover for other accounting functions as requested
• Other duties as delegated from time to time by the Finance Manager or any other person designated in their absence
• Keep the partnership up to date with new credit management techniques and practices

Qualifications

• **Education:**
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or relevant business field.
• **Experience:**
• Minimum 3–5 years in a similar Credit Controller or collections role.
• **Languages:**
• Fluency in both English and Arabic is highly required for communicating with local and international clients.
• **Technical Skills:**
• Proficiency in MS Office (specifically advanced Excel) and experience with SAP ERP systems preferable.
• **Regulatory Knowledge:**
• Understanding of local Saudi accounting standards and VAT & Zakat Tax regulations.