Credit Controller

Job DescriptionTemp Credit Controller Belfast (FullTime, OfficeBased) Your new companyA well-established and fast-growing organisation within the FMCG sector is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on a temporary basis. Operating across both retail and trade markets, the business manages a high volume of customer accounts and provides endtoend distribution, commercial and operational services. Due to continued growth and increased demand within the finance function, an additional resource is required to support effective cash collection and maintain a clean, wellmanaged sales ledger.Your new roleWorking closely with the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing the full credit control portfolio, overseeing a large and diverse ledger, and ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt. Your duties will include:Proactive chasing of overdue invoices across retail, wholesale and key account customersManaging highvolume FMCG accounts and resolving pricing, rebate and shortpayment queriesHandling deductions, chargebacks and promotional disputes in collaboration with sales teamsDaily cash allocation and reconciliation of complex customer accountsMaintaining accurate credit limits and raising credit notes where requiredProducing aged debtor reports, monitoring debtor days and supporting cashflow forecastingIdentifying potential bad debts and escalating risk accounts appropriatelyThis role requires strong relationship management, confidence in negotiation and the ability to work in a fastpaced, deadline-driven environment.What you''ll need to succeedProven experience in credit control within FMCG or another highvolume sectorBackground working with major retailers or large trade accountsStrong understanding of deductions, rebates and promotional claimsExcellent Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and pivot tablesConfident communicator able to challenge, negotiate and resolve disputes professionallyAbility to work independently and manage a substantial ledger with accuracyExperience with EDI or retailer portals (desirable but not essential)What you''ll get in returnCompetitive and negotiable temporary rateFull-time hoursEarly Finish FridayOn site parkingOpportunity to join a dynamic, expanding finance teamValuable exposure to major FMCG accounts and high-volume credit managementSupport from Hays Recruitment throughout the duration of the assignmentWhat you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4775480

Created: 2026-04-08