Credit Controller

*Who are we?*
Craft your future with Suntory Oceania, a new $3b multi-beverage partnership between Suntory Global Spirits and Suntory Beverage & Food. Underpinned by quality, craftsmanship and a strong sense of purpose, our exciting new partnership will be powered by two manufacturing sites, five distribution centres and more than 1500 Suntorians across Australia and New Zealand.

Our market-leading portfolio will have over 40 brands, including Jim Beam and Maker's Mark Bourbon, Hibiki Japanese Whisky, Canadian Club Whisky, -196, V Energy, Maximus, and Suntory BOSS Coffee. As One Suntory, we will be positioned as the fourth largest beverage player in the region, ready to ignite the category, creating more beverage moments from sunrise to sunset. Together, we will bring the best of Suntory to Oceania.

The Opportunity
This is a 5-6 month Fixed-Term-Contract. As a Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing debtor accounts, ensuring timely collections, and contributing to the overall financial health of the company. Your role will focus on building strong customer relationships, maintaining efficient credit processes, and ensuring that all accounts are managed effectively and within company parameters.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Satisfaction: Foster strong relationships with customers by ensuring all interactions are handled professionally and promptly.
• Credit Control: Approve new credit accounts, manage existing ones, and ensure timely collections through phone calls, statements, and escalation processes.
• Reconciliations: Accurately reconcile accounts to ensure that all balances are clear and promptly settled.
• Admin & Process Efficiency: Maintain thorough administrative practices to meet deadlines, keep work areas organised, and streamline processes to improve efficiencies.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the Credit Team to achieve collection targets and support each other's efforts.
• Business Transformation: Assist the wider team as the business transitions to bring on an alcohol portfolio, get involved in projects around system and process improvement.

*What's in your toolkit?
Qualifications*
To help you thrive in this role from day one, we are seeking candidates who possess the following qualifications and skills:

• 3+ years of experience in a credit controller or accounts receivable position.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with exceptional multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in SAP software.
• Strong reconciliation skills with a solid understanding of basic risk assessment.
• A proactive, self-motivated individual who embraces challenges and takes initiative.
• Goal-oriented with a growth mindset and a drive to advance your career.
• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and effectively prioritise tasks.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• A collaborative team player, eager to support colleagues and contribute to team success.
• Adaptability with a keen ability to quickly learn and adjust to new tasks.
• Experience in FMCG or the Alcohol Industry is highly preferred, alternatively experience in a fast-paced industry would be looked at favourably.

*Unleash Your Spirit*
As Suntorians we believe in Dreaming Big and Growing for Good. We take pride in our sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, striving to grow responsibly and inclusively. Come be part of the Suntory family and Unleash Your Spirit.

In addition to being part of a passionate team, we offer a competitive remuneration package and an industry leading parental leave policy. This position is a critical part of our Finance team so has plenty of scope for professional development with the opportunity to learn from, and work with, top leaders across the Oceania, regional and global business.

We want our interview process to be as inclusive as possible. If you require any adjustments as part of the process, do not hesitate to let us know.

*Our DEI Commitment*
At Suntory, we recognise that diverse knowledge, perspectives, and backgrounds contribute to our collective success. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals can bring their whole selves to work every day, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment and selection processes are designed to highlight what Suntory offers as an employer while allowing candidates to share their unique skills and experiences. We understand that career trajectories vary, and if you believe your experience/background can benefit our team, we encourage you to apply. We endeavor to make our interview process as inclusive as possible and offer reasonable accommodations as needed. Together, we can cultivate a workplace where everyone can thrive and propel our mission of Growing for Good.