Regional Credit Controller

Join us and contribute to our startegic journey in doubling Hempel !!
The Regional Credit Controller is responsible for managing a team and oversees
accounts receivable owed to the organization. The credit function plays a
vital role in the finance department to ensure that invoices are paid on time
to assist cash flow of the organization
Are you passionate about leading efforts to achieve business excellence?
As a Regional Credit Controller, you will be accountable for a smooth and
efficient process that ensures that Hempel receives the money on the due date.
Here's some of the other things you can look forward to:
* Guide the credit control team to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
* Ensuring a close monitoring of overdue receivables are performed in collaboration with commercial finance.
* Support GBS that the payments are reflected in the ERP systems correctly to ensure an efficient follow up.
* Reviewing credit applications and credit references to set credit limits and ensure credit worthiness.
* Assist with month end reporting.
* Review and report on Aged Debtors.
* Regularly meet and negotiate terms with third party debt collection agencies.
* Oversee and review accounts receivable legal cases with Company lawyers.
* Manage write-offs, bad debt provisions and setting up of payment plans.
* Regularly reviewing the process and procedures to reduce debtor days.
* Support in financial and tax audits concerning accounts receivables.
* Responsible for assigned Impero controls submission with quality for assigned controls.
* Assisting the broader accounts team as required.
The role shall be based in one of the countries where we operate - Bahrain,
UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar or Oman.
This role will report to Areas Finance Manager.
To succeed in the role the following skills and experience is required:
* Previous experience of end-to-end credit control and accounts receivable processes
* Working knowledge of Credit law
* Staff management experience
* Strong written and verbal communication skills especially during difficult customer negotiations
* Ability to build relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders
* Ability to multi-task
* Computer software skills, including Excel and other accounting packages
* English is required (Arabic an advantage)
Application and further information
For further information on Hempel, please visit hempel.com.
To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in
English via the link no later than the ‎10-Jun-‎2023.
Please note that the interviews will take place ‎1-‎2 weeks after the
application deadline, and you may want to pencil this time in your diary to
avoid any holiday clashes.
Global career possibilities
In Hempel we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross
functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the
right conditions for personal and professional development. Join a global
company where the employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in
everything they do. With business in mind and people at heart we always work
together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our growth
journey and of a great, global family.
More About Hempel
At Hempel, we are working together to shape a brighter future with sustainable
coating solutions. We believe this is only possible with dedicated employees
with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Hempel is committed to creating an
inclusive work environment and culture that embraces the diversity of our
employees and the customers we serve, providing equal opportunity for all.
Application due
‎2023-‎06-‎10
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Job Functions
Finance
Industry
Chemicals
Across the globe, Hempel 's coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures
and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make
homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in
Copenhagen, Denmark in ‎1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel
Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but
is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to
learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity.