Credit Control Manager

The Lanes Group are the UKs largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nations water systems.

Formed in 1992 our half a billionpound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000 staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet plant and equipment the market has to offer.

We are the UKs largest end to end drainage solution provider with depots strategically located across the UK from Aberdeen to Plymouth to ensure round the clock coverage for customers and clients alike.

About you:

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Credit Control Manager to lead motivate and manage our credit control team. The successful candidate will be responsible for minimizing bad debts optimizing cash flow and maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal teams. You will play a key role in improving processes and driving efficiency to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the credit control team to achieve departmental goals and KPIs.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize bad debts and improve cash flow.
• Monitor and review outstanding accounts ensuring timely and effective collection of overdue payments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure prompt payment and resolve any issues or disputes.
• Work closely with internal departments such as sales finance and customer service to ensure smooth communication and collaboration.
• Develop and enforce credit policies and procedures to minimize risk.
• Perform regular credit assessments of new and existing customers to set appropriate credit limits.
• Prepare and present regular reports on accounts receivable aged debt and collection performance to senior management.
• Train mentor and develop the credit control team to ensure they meet performance standards and grow professionally.
• Resolve escalated customer issues and provide solutions to reduce bad debts.
  

About you :

• Proven experience as a Credit Control Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of credit control procedures and techniques.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing and motivating a team.
• Ability to analyse data assess risks and implement strategies to improve cash flow.
• Experience with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

The benefits:

• 24 days holiday bank holidays
• Auto enrolment pension scheme;
  
• Free onsite parking;
• Friendly modern open plan office with break out areas

What you will get in return:

In joining the Lanes Group the UKs largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the wellbeing growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values every individuals unique contribution we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity collaboration and inclusivity.

What we offer:

• 24 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  
• Pension
• Death in service
  

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries which complement the specialist service of Lanes by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability assets and offering to our customers.

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S&C Fosters

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from underrepresented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please

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Required Experience:

Senior IC