Credit Control Manager
CV-LibraryDE55, Alfreton, DerbyshirepermanentPosted: 30 June 2026
Apply NowCredit Control Manager | Alfreton | Up to £36,500 DOE | Full Time | Permanent
Astute Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a successful and continually growing manufacturing business based in Alfreton to recruit an experienced Credit Control Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded Credit Control professional to take ownership of a well-established credit function, leading a team whilst driving cash collection performance, minimising risk and improving processes across the department.
The successful candidate will play a key role within the finance team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of credit control operations whilst providing meaningful reporting and analysis to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, motivate and develop the Credit Control team.
* Oversee the timely collection of outstanding debt and maximise cash flow.
* Monitor and manage customer credit limits and account risk.
* Review and improve existing credit control procedures and processes.
* Prepare and present monthly KPI reports and performance analysis.
* Forecast short and medium-term cash collections to support cashflow planning.
* Manage customer on-hold reports and escalate potential risks.
* Oversee customer credit insurance levels and related documentation.
* Ensure the timely allocation of cash receipts.
* Support debt recovery activities where required.
* Build strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency across the function.
About You:
To be considered for this role, you will have:
* A minimum of 3 years' experience managing a Credit Control team.
* Previous experience within a manufacturing, distribution or similar fast-paced environment.
* Strong reporting and analytical skills.
* The ability to balance commercial opportunity with risk management.
* Experience reviewing and improving processes and procedures.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyse large volumes of data, create dashboards, produce KPI reports and generate meaningful management information.
* A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
Other roles you may have applied for: Sales Ledger Manager, Credit Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager, Credit & Collections Manager, Credit Services Manager, Accounts Receivable Team Leader, Senior Credit Controller, Credit Control Team Leader, Credit Supervisor
Astute Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a successful and continually growing manufacturing business based in Alfreton to recruit an experienced Credit Control Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded Credit Control professional to take ownership of a well-established credit function, leading a team whilst driving cash collection performance, minimising risk and improving processes across the department.
The successful candidate will play a key role within the finance team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of credit control operations whilst providing meaningful reporting and analysis to support business decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead, motivate and develop the Credit Control team.
* Oversee the timely collection of outstanding debt and maximise cash flow.
* Monitor and manage customer credit limits and account risk.
* Review and improve existing credit control procedures and processes.
* Prepare and present monthly KPI reports and performance analysis.
* Forecast short and medium-term cash collections to support cashflow planning.
* Manage customer on-hold reports and escalate potential risks.
* Oversee customer credit insurance levels and related documentation.
* Ensure the timely allocation of cash receipts.
* Support debt recovery activities where required.
* Build strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency across the function.
About You:
To be considered for this role, you will have:
* A minimum of 3 years' experience managing a Credit Control team.
* Previous experience within a manufacturing, distribution or similar fast-paced environment.
* Strong reporting and analytical skills.
* The ability to balance commercial opportunity with risk management.
* Experience reviewing and improving processes and procedures.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyse large volumes of data, create dashboards, produce KPI reports and generate meaningful management information.
* A hands-on approach with the ability to lead by example.
Other roles you may have applied for: Sales Ledger Manager, Credit Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager, Credit & Collections Manager, Credit Services Manager, Accounts Receivable Team Leader, Senior Credit Controller, Credit Control Team Leader, Credit Supervisor