*This role can be based out of our offices in London, or Palma de Mallorca.
Who are WebBeds?
WebBeds is the fastest growing and most significant accommodation supplier to the travel industry. We are a global company offering ground services (hotels, transfers, tours, activities) to travel professionals.
Our Products range from a Retail Online platform, Integration Connectivity hub and distribution APIs to name but a few and our systems are 100% cloud hosted processing up to 5.0bn search requests daily. We deliver amazing outcomes using leading edge technology through innovative and creative thinking.
WebBeds is a subsidiary of Webjet Limited (ASX: WEB) – an ASX 200 listed company operating a global digital travel business.
What makes us stand out?
- We are a wholesale global travel organization
- We have 1500+ people speaking 50+ languages in 120+ cites across 50+ countries
- We partner with over 430,000 properties in more than 15,000 destinations
- We work with more than 44,000 travel companies in 139 source markets
- We have an amazing Technology team focused on delivering valuable outcomes using innovative tech and creative & lateral thinking
In this role you will
Be part of a successful and valued Credit & Collection function within the Finance department. The purpose of the Credit Controller is to provide a first-class service to internal and external clients whilst following the credit control policy at all times and acting as a credit professional.
Key responsibilities
- Dealing with a sales ledger of international clients.
- Manage a ledger of up to EUR 2,000,000.
- Undertake account reconciliations as required.
- Chasing payments via telephone, email, letter, and fax to national and international clients.
- Solving of invoice queries efficiently and in line with customer expectations.
- Identify changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert indebtedness.
- Providing ad-hoc reporting as and when requested.
- Monitoring of high risk, pre-payment clients and credit limits.
- Managing and developing relationships with the sales teams so the highest level of customer service is provided to all clients and any problems are dealt with effectively and efficiently.
- Handle disputed bills and negotiate to bring payment within the agreed terms.
- Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity and ensure the Credit Control Manager is informed of any account issues.
- Prepare files for transfer to the Debt Recovery department.
The skills we would love to see in your suitcase!
- French language as a must.
- Fluency In English to a business level.
- Able to demonstrate solid experience of working in a credit control dept.
- Familiar with accounts procedures, client ledgers, disbursements and office accounts.
- Ability to recognise potential risks that should be escalated.
- High standard of numeracy, accuracy with excellent attention to detail.
- A team player with a flexible approach and a willingness to learn.
- Outgoing and confident personality who can operate at all levels.
- A self-starter who is pro-active and can set and achieve goals.
- Strong organisational & time management skills.
- Driven, focused, and determined.
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
- Excellent negotiating skills & communication skills both written & verbal.
Why choose us as your next destination?
We are super proud of our dedicated team of friendly, energetic & passionate professionals. Our people are key to the success of our business & everybody at WebBeds has their own unique role to play as we continue to drive the company forward.
Over 50 different languages are spoken by our workforce, but whether working from offices in Dubai or London or out in the field in Johannesburg or Buenos Aires, we all share the common goal to take pride in what we do & to deliver our partners with unbeatable service & support.
- International highly skilled group of experts from all around the globe 🌎
- Dynamic environment with the chance to grow, influence & impact change ⚡
- Disruptive, fast-growing market leader within travel & endless possibilities 💼
- Culture built on collaboration🤝 empowerment and innovation 💡
Find out more about the WebBeds business at www.webbeds.com - #LI-Hybrid