Credit Controller (German Speaking)

Location: Solihull / Office BasedSalary: £32,000 - £38,000 + Benefits (Dependent on Experience) We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing international business seeking a German Speaking Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded credit professional who enjoys building relationships, reducing aged debt and working within a fast-paced, multilingual environment. Working closely with customers across Germany, Austria and Switzerland, you will be responsible for managing outstanding accounts, ensuring timely collections and maintaining strong customer relationships while supporting the wider finance function. Key Responsibilities

• Proactively manage and collect outstanding debt across German-speaking customer accounts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Contact customers via telephone, email and written correspondence to secure payment.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries and disputes in a timely manner.
• Reconcile customer accounts and allocate incoming payments.
• Monitor credit limits and identify potential credit risks.
• Produce aged debt reports and provide regular updates to management.
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Customer Service and Finance teams to resolve issues impacting collections.
• Ensure all collection activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations.

About You

• Fluent in both German and English (written and spoken).
• Previous experience within Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or Collections.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident building relationships with customers at all levels.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple accounts effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing training and development.
• The opportunity to join a growing international organisation with genuine career progression prospects.

If you are a German-speaking finance professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.