Credit Control Manager

MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting an experienced and proactive Credit Control Manager for a client, based in Colchester, on a 9-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for a confident credit professional who can hit the ground running, manage a credit control function effectively, and support the business during a period of change. Duties & Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt • Oversee customer credit limits and perform regular credit risk assessments • Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers • Handle escalated or complex debt queries and disputes • Produce regular reporting on debtor days, aged debt, and cash flow • Review and improve credit control processes and policies where appropriate • Support month-end processes and provide ad-hoc financial analysis as required Key Skills & Attributes: • Proven experience in a Credit Control Manager role with team management experience • Strong knowledge of credit control best practices and risk management • Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels • Hands-on approach with excellent organisational skills • Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Strong Excel and financial systems experience