Credit Controller, European

IPL Schoeller

. Manage credit control and accounts receivable activities across the European business .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing credit control and accounts receivable processes, with a strong focus on compliance, relationship building, and operational efficiency. Proficient in financial reporting, cash forecasting, and negotiation within a multi-country context.

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Credit Control ManagementAccounts Receivable ProcessesFluent in FrenchNegotiation SkillsMicrosoft Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Credit Law KnowledgeDebt Recovery ProceduresCredit Application ReviewPayment Plan ManagementBad Debt ProvisioningAccount ReconciliationCash ForecastingCredit Control Metrics PreparationOperational Efficiency ImprovementFinancial Controls Compliance

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving ApproachCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

IFSERP Systems

Industry Keywords

Credit ControlAccounts ReceivableCash CollectionStakeholder ManagementFinancial Reporting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage credit control and accounts receivable activities across the European business
Partner with Lead Credit Controllers across France, Spain, Italy, Poland, DACH, Benelux, and North East Europe to drive credit performance and improve cash collection
Review and approve credit applications, credit limits, payment plans, bad debt provisions, and write-offs
Act as the escalation point for complex credit, collections, and customer account issues
Monitor aged debt and accounts receivable performance, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances
Build relationships with customers, commercial teams, finance colleagues, and key stakeholders to resolve payment issues and mitigate risk
Oversee account reconciliations, month-end activities, reporting, cash forecasting, and audit support
Manage third-party credit information providers and maintain credit limits within IFS
Maximise utilisation of Group securitisation facilities and liaise between Treasury, banking partners, and regional credit teams
Prepare and maintain credit control metrics and reports
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, controls, and operational efficiency
Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and confidentiality requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 2 years' experience in Accounting and Credit Control
Fluent in French, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven experience managing end-to-end credit control and accounts receivable processes
Good working knowledge of credit law and debt recovery procedures
Previous people management or supervisory experience
Strong negotiation skills, with the ability to handle challenging customer conversations professionally and effectively
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders across multiple countries
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with accounting and ERP systems
Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

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Flexible support to the wider Finance and Commercial teams as required