Credit Controller – Ghent

Vacancy: Credit Controller – Ghent
Are you a driven professional with an eye for detail and experience in credit control? Come work as a Credit Controller in Ghent and help our company maintain a healthy cash flow!

About the job

For a dynamic and growing company in Ghent, we are looking for a Credit Controller. As Credit Controller, you are responsible for managing the accounts receivable portfolio, monitoring payment terms and minimising financial risks. You play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy cash flow and good customer relations. You will work closely with the finance department and the sales team to receive payments on time.

Your responsibilities

• Accounts receivable management: Managing the accounts receivable portfolio, following up on outstanding invoices and initiating payment reminders.
• Monitor payment deadlines: Ensure compliance with payment deadlines and light reminders when necessary.
• Communication with customers: Liaise with customers to reach payment agreements, answer queries and resolve payment issues.
• Risk analysis: evaluating customer risks and proactively proposing actions to minimise the risk of default.
• Payment proposals: Negotiate payment arrangements with customers and ensure timely payment.
• Internal collaboration: Working closely with the sales and finance team to resolve payment issues quickly and improve cash flow.
• Reporting: Prepare periodic reports on the status of the accounts receivable portfolio and cash flow for management.
• Administration: Properly administering customer payments and updating the customer system.

What do we offer you?

• Salary: An attractive gross monthly salary between €2,600 and €3,400, depending on experience and expertise.
• Extra-legal benefits: Meal vouchers, hospitalisation insurance, group insurance, end-of-year bonus and a bonus scheme.
• Training opportunities: The opportunity to further develop your skills in credit management through training and education.
• Work environment: A professional and collegial working environment where you are encouraged to apply your knowledge and experience.
• Flexibility: Ability to work partly from home and flexible working hours.

Who are you?

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accountancy, Business Economics or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in a credit control function or similar administrative position within finance.
• Competences:
  • Strong communication skills and customer-oriented attitude.
  • Accurate and structured in managing an accounts receivable portfolio.
  • Experience with accounts receivable management software and accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Exact).
  • Knowledge of credit assessment and risk analysis.
  • Good knowledge of Excel and reporting tools.
• Language: fluent in Dutch, knowledge of English is a plus.

Why choose this position?

As a Credit Controller in Ghent, you will have the opportunity to use your financial and communication skills in a challenging role. You will have a direct impact on the financial health of the company and play a key role in maintaining a healthy cash flow. We also offer you the chance to develop further in a dynamic working environment with excellent employment conditions.

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Ready to take on the role of Credit Controller in Ghent? Visit our vacancies page and apply quickly using the form!