About the Company This global leader in packaging solutions, is currently seeking an experienced Temporary Credit Controller to support their Melbourne team. This critical role will provide leadership and stability to the Accounts Receivable function during a period of transition and growth. The Role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for managing the end-to-end credit control process, driving collections, improving cash flow, and mentoring a high-performing AR team member. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor one direct report within the Accounts Receivable team. Oversee full credit control lifecycle - account setup, credit checks, daily order holds/releases. Monitor and manage outstanding debtors with a proactive and strategic collections approach. Handle customer claims, refunds, and invoice queries with professionalism and urgency. Partner with internal departments and clients to strengthen relationships and collection outcomes. Review and implement credit control policies aligned with company objectives. Prepare monthly debtor reports, aged trial balance insights, and provide actionable recommendations to management. Support month-end processes including AR reconciliations, invoice/credit closure, and assist in financial reporting deadlines. About You Proven experience in credit control and accounts receivable management. Strong leadership and mentoring skills. Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities. Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset. Available to commence immediately or at short notice. Apply Today If you're a hands-on Credit Controller who enjoys improving processes and leading with purpose, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne Job Reference No: 06830-0013234113 By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.