Credit and Collections Manager

Role Purpose

The Regional Credit and Collection Manager is responsible for managing an Americas debtor ledger, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices, minimizing credit risk, and fostering strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. This role is critical to maintaining healthy cash flow and supporting the overall financial stability of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring prompt collection of outstanding invoices.
• Team Support: Collaborate with and support an offshore collections team to achieve collection targets.
• Debt Recovery: Proactively pursue overdue debts via phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Customer Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to resolve payment issues effectively.
• Risk Monitoring: Monitor customer accounts, identify potential risks, and escalate problem debts when necessary.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all collection activities and communications.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance teams to resolve disputes and billing queries.
• Credit Assessment: Assist with credit checks and establish credit limits in accordance with company policy.
• Reporting: Produce regular debtor reports, including aged debt analysis and risk assessments.
• Month-End Support: Assist with month-end processes, including reconciliations and reporting.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Credit Manager, Credit Analyst, or similar accounts receivable role.
• Strong understanding of credit control principles and Americas debt collection practices.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a professional and confident telephone manner.
• Proven ability to build rapport and maintain positive customer relationships while ensuring payment discipline.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with ERP/accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Sage, or NetSuite is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Key Competencies

• Results-driven and target-focused.
• Confident, assertive, and resilient.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Collaborative team player.
• High integrity and commitment to compliance.