Company Background
We are representing our client, a Multi-National Corporation (MNC) with over 11,000 associates worldwide, and is a leading supplier in the foodservice, in-store bakery, retail, and industrial marketplaces. They specialize in the manufacturing of an extensive array of delicious products to satisfy the appetite of customers in more than 100 countries and six continents.
Currently, they are seeking an experienced candidate to fill the position ofCredit Controller based in Petaling Jaya.
Mon-Fri (8.30am-5.30pm)
General Insurance & Medical Coverage
Performance Bonus
Job Responsibilities
1. Collection & Credit ControlContact customers to collect overdue payments and resolve billing issues in coordination with internal teams.
Record and address customer issues by collaborating with customer service and sales teams.
Provide weekly and monthly KPIs to management, tracking the effectiveness of collection efforts and reduction of overdue balances.
Lead the preparation of weekly aging reports, communicating overdue accounts to the sales team.
Offer insights on credit collection during month-end closing.
Collaborate with the legal team to issue demand letters or manage CTOS e-TR filings with the outsourced team.
Coordinate with outsourced and sales teams on sending aging reminders, blocking customer accounts, and recovering bad debts.
2. Credit EvaluationLead the setup and enforcement of credit policies in line with internal standards and industry best practices.
Make informed credit decisions aligned with company policies.
Continuously monitor credit limits and review customer accounts for compliance with credit policies.
Evaluate the creditworthiness of potential and existing customers using financial data and credit reports.
Assess credit risk and recommend adjustments to credit limits in accordance with company policies.
Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and credit control activities.
Review sales orders with credit blocks to ensure policy adherence.
3. New Customer AccountsAssess the creditworthiness of new customers using CTOS portal, financial statements, and other relevant data.
Lead the processing of new customer account openings, ensuring accurate information and proper documentation.
Ensure new customer accounts are correctly set up in the ERP system with appropriate pricing.
Follow up with sales teams to address any incomplete documentation.
4. Contract ManagementRegularly review and update credit control documents, including customer application forms, sales product agreements, CTOS consent forms, and reminder letters.
5. ReportingLead the preparation of weekly sales target achievement reports with the outsourced team.
Prepare monthly sales reports for management review and gather feedback from the sales team on performance.
6. Additional ResponsibilitiesManage the clearance of AR aging and contribute to maintaining an updated customer database in the ERP system.
Coordinate activities related to Unclaimed Money, B2B portals, and safekeeping of receivable documents.
Recommend and manage trade credit insurance as needed.
Oversee CTOS account management, including invoice verification and payment processing.
Manage trade promotions in collaboration with outsourced teams, sales teams, and customers, providing analysis as required.
Support and undertake ad hoc tasks or assignments as necessary.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
Proven experience in credit control, credit analysis, and cash collection.
Strong knowledge of credit management principles, policies, and procedures.
Experience with Salesforce and D365 is an advantage.
Experience in FMCG or Food Industry is preferred.
Fluent in English, with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI).
Highly organized, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Immediate availability is a plus.
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