Credit Controller

Editorialist melds personal styling, editorial content, and shopping into one seamless digital experience powered by proprietary technology and e-commerce tools.

Editorialist.com, our media property, delivers sophisticated content and commerce to aspirational and affluent consumers. Our stories connect readers with bespoke product and service solutions for fashion, accessories, beauty, and wellness needs. The cornerstone of our tech platform—the Editorialist app—blends content, digital services, and e-commerce for our elite clientele, individuals with an average net worth in excess of $550 million. Our co-founder and CEO Rafael Ortiz previously co-founded NexTag, the largest comparison shopping site for products and services, and was responsible for marketing and business development until its sale for $1.2 billion.

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We are a forward-thinking finance department that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation. Our team is dedicated to achieving excellence in financial management while fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment. We believe in empowering our employees to grow professionally and contribute meaningfully to the company's success.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Credit Controller to join our Finance Department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing credit risk, overseeing customer accounts, and ensuring the timely collection of outstanding debts. This role is crucial in maintaining healthy cash flow and minimizing financial risks for the company.

Your Responsibilities: Manage Customer Accounts and Returns: Monitor customer accounts to identify overdue payments and overdue returns. Maintain accurate records of all credit transactions. Accounting: Monitor the pre-billing approval. Ensuring that the invoices related to various partners are issued/received on time. Credit Risk Assessment: Conduct credit checks and assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers. Set and adjust credit limits based on risk analysis. Communicate with debt collection agency Debt Collection: Implement effective collection strategies to recover outstanding debts. Communicate with customers/vendors via phone, email, and letters to secure payment. Policy Implementation: Develop and enforce credit control policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on credit status, outstanding debts, and collection activities. Analyze data to identify trends and recommend improvements. Maintain cash collection metrics. Collaboration: Work closely with the sales, customer service and purchasing teams to resolve customer queries. Coordinate with legal departments on complex debt recovery cases. Software implementation: Fully involved in the implementation of cash collection software. More About You: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Strong understanding of credit control principles and accounting practices. Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Knowledge of relevant legal regulations and compliance standards. Bonus points: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or a similar role. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks. Experience in conducting credit risk assessments and implementing collection strategies. Background in a fast-paced, dynamic industry, especially E-commerce or digital marketing is a plus.

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