Credit Controller

Schneider Electric's purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability.Our mission is to be the digital partner for sustainability and energy efficiency.

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company - and we are currently recruiting for a Budapest or Edinburgh based Credit Controller.

The goal of this role is to be responsible for independently managing credit and collections activities while ensuring data accuracy, strong customer communication, and effective collaboration with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Control & Customer Account Management


* Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt.



* Drive efficient collection strategies to optimize accounts receivable performance.



* Proactively contact customers regarding overdue payments via email, phone, and supplier portals.



* Monitor customer credit limits, aged debt, payment trends, and cash allocation.



* Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.



* Assess and manage risks on customer accounts, escalating issues as required.

Credit Assessment & Approvals


* Conduct credit checks for new clients and follow formal approval workflows.



* Evaluate customer credit profiles to minimize financial exposure.

Month-End / Month-Beginning Duties


* Review customer accounts to ensure all cash postings and allocations are completed.



* Provide updates on overdue debt and expected cash to support month-end revenue forecasting.



* Prepare and report bad debt provisions in line with territory reporting requirements.

Systems Knowledge Requirements

A working knowledge of the following is desirable (training available):


* Jira Service Management dashboards



* Internal Schneider tools integrated with Dynamics D365



* MS Office Suite (Excel essential)



* Power BI (desirable)



* Accounting system: Microsoft Dynamics D365

What will make you successful


* Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy



* Excellent communication and relationship management skills



* Proactive, organised, and comfortable managing a high-volume workload



* Curious, motivated, and adaptable to process changes



* Ability to work independently while contributing to wider team objectives

What we offer


* Life, Accident and Health insurance packages



* Cafeteria allowance



* Home Office and Utility allowances



* Yearly bonus



* Global Family Leave



* Flexible and hybrid working model



* WESOP - become a shareholder in the company



* Real future career building opportunities locally & globally

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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