Credit Controller - Interim

Credit Controller - Interim

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: Madrid

Reporting To: Jorge Crespo

Description

At Sabio Group, we're dedicated to fostering an environment where employees thrive. Since 1998, we've built a dynamic culture that is both challenging and fun, driven by a team of ambitious, knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about leading the CX revolution. We're seeking creative, resourceful people to join our fast-growing organisation, where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

We work with some of the world’s largest organisations across various industries, delivering exceptional digital customer experiences through our unique blend of expertise, technology, and insight. As one of Europe’s fastest-growing providers of CX transformation solutions, we’re committed to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse society we serve. Join us and help shape the future of customer experience.

We are currently looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Credit Controller for an interim period of around 6 months.

We look for people with the right cultural fit having what it takes to drive our business forward. We also look for people who are keen to develop new knowledge and skills, because our growth is ultimately dependent on yours. You will play an important role in driving change within our business, joining a department that is continually on a journey of change.

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Credit Controller to manage accounts receivable across a pan-European portfolio, with a strong focus on Sabio France.

The role requires a candidate who can operate autonomously with minimal supervision, maintain strong relationships with both internal stakeholders and customers, and ensure timely cash collection while minimizing credit risk.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Credit Control & Collections
  • Manage the end-to-end credit control process for assigned customers
  • Proactively follow up on outstanding receivables via phone and email
  • Investigate and resolve payment delays, discrepancies, and disputes
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of customer interactions
• 2. Dunning & Cash Collection Strategy
  • Execute and optimize the dunning process to drive timely collections
  • Monitor ageing balances and escalates high-risk accounts
  • Drive improvements in cash flow and debtor days (DSO)
• 3. Reporting & Analysis
  • Prepare and deliver high-quality credit control reports and analysis, including:
    • Aged debt reports
    • Collection performance tracking
    • Risk assessments
  • Track performance against clear collection objectives and KPIs
  • Provide actionable insights to finance and commercial teams
• 4. Stakeholder & Customer Management
  • Build strong relationships with:
    • Internal teams (Account Managers, Finance, Operations)
    • External customer contacts (Finance departments, Accounts Payable)
  • Collaborate with commercial teams to resolve client issues impacting payment
  • Act as a key point of contact for credit‑related queries
• 5. Continuous Improvement
  • Identify opportunities to improve credit control processes and efficiency
  • Support implementation of best practices across a multi‑country environment
  • Contribute to optimizing policies around:
    • Credit limits
    • Payment terms
    • Early payment incentives

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Experience

• Proven experience as a Credit Controller in a pan‑European or international environment
• Strong track record in collections and receivables management
• Experience working with minimal supervision and high accountability

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of:
  • Credit control processes and best practices
  • Dunning procedures (preferred)
  • Customer payment behaviours and risk management
• Experience with credit control reporting and KPI tracking
• Knowledge of early payment discounts and incentives (preferred)

Languages

• English: Fluent (mandatory)
• French: Fluent (mandatory)
• Spanish: Fluent (mandatory)

Systems & Tools

• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Sage, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Results‑oriented with a focus on cash collection targets
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

Nice to Have

• Experience in a services or SaaS environment
• Exposure to multi‑entity or group structures
• Experience managing complex or high‑value customer portfolios