Credit Controller

Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Finance Group

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Credit Controller to lead credit risk and optimize cash flow for Castrol BP Petco Ltd. This role requires a customer-centric approach, strong negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of financial reporting and internal controls.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and control the company's credit exposure, ensuring adherence to established credit policies and procedures.
• Conduct detailed credit assessments of new and existing customers, using analytical thinking and risk management principles.
• Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments, initiating collection activities and negotiating payment plans to minimize bad debt.
• Develop a customer-centric environment while effectively leading credit terms.
• Collaborate with sales and commercial teams to understand business processes and ensure credit decisions support commercial objectives.
• Prepare and analyze financial reports related to credit performance, aging, and provisions for bad debt.
• Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks and relevant regulations, contributing to robust business process control.
• Use digital tools and platforms to streamline credit management processes and improve efficiency.
• Engage with internal and external collaborators, including legal and treasury teams, on complex credit matters.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement in credit management practices.

Job Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit control or a similar financial role.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrable commercial savvy and understanding of business drivers.
• Expertise in credit management principles and standard methodologies.
• Excellent customer-centric thinking and social skills.
• High level of digital proficiency with experience using relevant financial software and tools.
• Solid understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of internal control and compliance frameworks.
• Proficiency in risk management methodologies as applied to credit.
• Consistent track record to engage effectively with diverse collaborators.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in accounting and/or Finance. ACCA, CPA or equivalent qualification is a plus

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valued
• Possibility to join our social communities and networks
• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path
• Life and health insurance, medical care package
• And many other benefits!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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