Credit Controller (Summer Contract)

About the Role

Credit Controller
Location: Slane
Contract: Fixed-term / Summer Contract
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm
Salary: Dependent on experience

At Panda, we keep essential services moving by supporting customers, communities and the environment through reliable waste management and recycling solutions.

We are looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join our finance team in Slane on a fixed-term / summer contract. This is a busy, hands on role where you will take ownership of debt collection across an allocated customer ledger, working at pace while maintaining accuracy, professionalism and strong attention to detail.

As a Credit Controller, you will manage high volumes of customer contact each day, helping to resolve outstanding balances, maintain accurate records and support the wider finance team with day to day activity.

The Role

This Credit Controller role would suit someone who is confident speaking with customers, comfortable working with numbers and able to stay organised in a fast paced finance environment.

You will be dealing with a high volume of customer queries and payment follow ups, so strong communication skills, good Excel ability and a proactive approach will be essential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage debt collection across an allocated customer ledger
• Contact customers proactively to resolve outstanding balances
• Handle high volumes of customer interaction, potentially up to 100 customers per day
• Maintain accurate customer records and update internal systems
• Produce and support reporting where required
• Work closely with the wider finance team to resolve queries
• Support ad hoc finance duties as needed
• Ensure customer conversations are handled professionally and effectively
• Work to deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

About You

• Previous experience in a Credit Control role or similar finance position
• Strong Excel skills, ideally including formulas
• Experience working in a medium to large organisation, desirable but not essential
• IATI qualification or equivalent, advantageous but not essential
• Good problem solving skills and strong attention to detail
• Confidence using Microsoft Word, Outlook and general finance systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A self motivated and organised approach to work
• The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload
• A collaborative, team focused attitude and strong work ethic

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a busy finance environment and make an immediate impact during a fixed-term / summer contract.

About Us

We are Panda. We value waste.

We're in the business of waste management but that doesn't just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other's wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we're stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day to day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don't walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results - knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)