German Credit Controller

Wilkinson and Associates

  • Glasgow
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
W&A is supporting a global organisation in their search for a German-speaking Credit Controller.Based in Glasgow with hybrid working, this role offers the chance to manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring timely payments and driving a first-class customer experience. It’s an exciting opportunity to combine your finance expertise with your language skills in a truly international setting.The OpportunityAs Credit Controller, you’ll take responsibility for a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring invoices are paid promptly and client relationships are managed with professionalism. The role demands strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement across finance operations.Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring timely invoice payments
  • Utilise strong stakeholder relationships to resolve queries and drive payment
  • Meet monthly targets for debt recovery, cash collection, and DSO
  • Collaborate with colleagues across Sales Ledger, Placement Support, and Billing to maintain accurate records
  • Produce monthly customer statements and maintain data in SAP
  • Escalate accounts to legal or debt partners where required
  • Support ad hoc initiatives and process improvements
What You’ll Bring
  • Fluent/native German language skills, written and spoken (essential)
  • Extensive credit control or collections experience, ideally B2B
  • Knowledge of O2C processes and credit risk principles
  • Experience of managing a high-volume ledger and working with SAP
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
  • Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently
Package & Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid working from Glasgow (37.5 hours per week)
  • Opportunity to work in a global business
  • Professional development and progression opportunities
Why This Role?
  • Play a pivotal role in supporting a global business during a period of growth
  • Gain exposure to international markets and clients
  • Join a collaborative and supportive finance team
  • Contribute to process improvements and a “right first time” approach
To learn more or apply, please contact Laura Buchanan Owen at laura@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.

Wilkinson and Associates