We are looking for a seasoned professional for the role of
Deputy General Manager / Assistant General Manager / General Manager - Credit Control
to oversee the
organization's credit and receivables management function
.
This role will lead a team responsible for credit risk assessment, collections, credit policy implementation, and working capital optimization across multiple business units and branch offices.
The ideal candidate will have
strong financial acumen, proven leadership skills
, and
industry experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
Credit Management & Collections
Full ownership of
trade receivables
and timely collection of outstanding dues.
Drive
collection efficiency
and reduce
Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
across branches.
Implement and enforce
credit policies and internal controls
across the organization.
Set and monitor
credit limits
and
payment terms
based on risk assessments.
Approve
credit notes, write-offs, and bad debts
in line with company policy.
Initiate
legal or recovery actions
for delinquent accounts as needed.
Risk Assessment & Control
Evaluate
creditworthiness
of new and existing customers using internal and external data.
Identify
high-risk customers
and recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures.
Ensure compliance with
audit requirements
and maintain
accurate financial documentation
.
Monitor and analyze customer behavior and credit exposure trends across business verticals.
Collaboration & Coordination
Liaise with
Sales, Operations, and Branch teams
to resolve billing and collection issues.
Standardize credit control practices across all locations.
Act as a senior escalation point for
credit disputes and collection challenges
.
Maintain strong relationships with key customers to ensure timely payments and trust-based engagement.
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare and present
MIS reports
to senior management - including DSO, aging analysis, and collection trends.
Track
branch-wise and customer-wise performance
against collection targets.
Provide actionable insights to improve
working capital efficiency
.
Key Requirements:
Qualification:
Chartered Accountant (CA), Cost Accountant (ICWA), or MBA (Finance) from a reputed institute.