Head of Credit Control (HK Group | Global Coverage)

Great opportunity to join a sizeable HK Group as Head of Credit Control

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Leadership & Strategy
  • Define and implement the global credit control strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, multi-regional credit control team
  • Establish consistent policies, governance, and best practices across all markets
  • Provide expert guidance to senior leadership on credit risk, collections, and cash flow optimization

Credit Risk Management
  • Oversee credit assessment, customer onboarding, and credit limit approvals
  • Monitor exposure and proactively mitigate credit risks across diverse client portfolios
  • Ensure robust controls and compliance with internal policies and external regulations

Collections & Cash Flow Optimization
  • Drive timely collections and reduce DSO (Days Sales Outstanding) globally
  • Implement effective dispute resolution processes in collaboration with operations and sales teams
  • Enhance cash forecasting accuracy and reporting transparency

Process Improvement & Transformation
  • Standardize and streamline credit control processes across regions
  • Leverage technology and automation to improve efficiency and reporting
  • Lead key transformation initiatives, including system implementations and process re-engineering

Stakeholder Management
  • Partner with Sales, Operations, Legal, and Finance to balance growth with risk management
  • Influence commercial decisions by embedding credit discipline into client negotiations
  • Act as a key escalation point for complex or high-value accounts

What you'll need to succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline (professional qualification preferred)
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in credit control, including leadership of global teams
  • Proven experience in a servicing-based or B2B environment with complex client portfolios
  • Strong understanding of international credit risk management practices and compliance
  • Demonstrated ability to drive transformation and process improvement initiatives
  • Excellent leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills
  • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  • Experience working across multiple geographies and cultures


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or for further information and a confidential discussion on this role or to find out about more opportunities in Accounting/ Finance, contact Lorraine and email your CV to lorraine.shan@hays.com.hk

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Staffing & Employment
Location
HongKong
Specialism
Senior Finance
Ref:
1288318

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Lorraine Shan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Hong Kong
6604-06,66/F, ICC, 1 Austin Road West, West Kowloon

Telephone: 22307924

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