Finance Officer - Credit Control

AIMS International Malta is currently supporting one of our clients, a reputable and stable company within the manufacturing sector, in the recruitment of a Finance Officer – Credit Control to join their accounting team.

The Finance Officer, reporting to the Head of Finance, will have a particular focus on credit control.

Responsibilities:

• Credit Control & Accounts Receivable:

  • Monitor and manage accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of payments; maintain accurate customer account records and track overdue invoices.  

  • Contact clients regarding outstanding balances and negotiate payment plans when necessary.

  •  Resolve billing discrepancies and provide support to customers on invoicing queries.  

  • Allocate incoming payments accurately to customer accounts and prepare reports on credit control activities, aged debts, and cash flow forecasts.  

  • Collaborate with the finance team to improve credit control processes and reduce bad debts.  

  • Ensure compliance with company policies and Maltese accounting regulations.

• Accounting & Clerical Support:

  • Provide essential accounting and clerical support to the Accounting department, including entering sales and purchase invoices, inventory 
    movements, and general ledger entries. 

  • Reconcile customer accounts and deposits to ensure accurate financial records.  

  • Assist in preparing documentation and reconciliations for annual audits and support month end and year-end reporting.  

• Ad Hoc Duties: Support the Head of Finance with various ad hoc tasks as required. 

Requirements:

• Fluency in English and Maltese

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred. 

• Minimum 1–2 years in finance and/or credit control, accounts receivable, or a similar role.

• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.

• Experience in Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI is considered a plus.

• Understanding of credit control principles, invoicing, and Maltese financial regulations.

• Problem-solving ability and capability to work independently and collaboratively.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills.