This individual brings extensive experience across credit control and risk management, combining over 15 years within accounts receivable with 6 years specialising in credit and risk analysis. They have demonstrated a strong ability to assess credit risk, manage customer exposure, and protect businesses from financial, regulatory, and reputational risk. With a methodical approach and excellent attention to detail, they consistently deliver accurate reporting, maintain robust controls, and support commercial decision-making. Their clear communication style and ability to work under pressure make them well suited to roles requiring sound judgement, stakeholder engagement, and effective risk mitigation.

Exposure includes:

  • Credit risk assessment and customer exposure management
  • Credit reviews, account openings, and credit limit setting
  • Identification and reporting of bad debt risk
  • Aged debt management and dispute resolution
  • Regulatory, reputational, and financial risk evaluation
  • Credit policy adherence and governance
  • AR ledger management and reconciliations
  • Month-end and management reporting packs
  • Cash allocation oversight and unallocated cash resolution
  • Stakeholder liaison across sales, customer services, SSC teams, and external partners
  • Escalation management and legal recovery coordination

Software knowledge:

  • SAP
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Sage

Qualifications: ACCA (currently studying)

Notice period:  1 month

Candidate ref: 55593

Location: Hampshire

 

To discuss this candidate or request a full CV, please contact:

Sarah Arnold – 01252 718777

Sarah.Arnold@howett-thorpe.co.uk