Credit Controller

Want to make your mark on our time? Become a Credit Controller at TNO in The Hague!

About this position

The Financial Centre (FC) consists of the Order to Cash (O2C), Purchase to Pay (P2P) and Record to Report (R2R) departments. This makes the FC responsible for all incoming and outgoing flows of funds, the correct and timely processing of purchase invoices and orders, adequate accounts receivable management and credit risk mitigation, the correct and timely recording of costs and revenues, as well as an accurate representation of balance sheet positions. The Credit Management department is part of the O2C department. Credit Management activities include supporting the quotation process, proactive accounts receivable management and reducing the risk of irrecoverable debts.

What will be your role?

As a Credit Controller, you will have a challenging job. This includes being a key link in optimising the process related to the acceptance and management of client relationships and the collection of outstanding invoices, maintaining frequent contact with your colleagues across the TNO organisation and clients. You will be part of the Credit Management department, which consists of five employees and is responsible for credit risk assessment and accounts receivable management. Within the team, you will be involved in the operational process regarding the collection of outstanding invoices and the performance of credit checks.

What we expect from you

Managing an accounts receivable portfolio and performing credit checks is quite a big job that often needs to be done under time pressure and involves a lot of contact with various stakeholders. You have a flexible attitude, you are a team player and you know how to get the work done, and you are in control of your portfolio.

Other knowledge and skills you bring to TNO:

• A higher professional (HBO) degree in a financial or economic field.
• Relevant work experience in finance.
• Good oral and written skills in both Dutch and English.
• Your work is disciplined and structured and you monitor the progress of your work.

What you'll get in return

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € 3.500 and € 4.750 (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave on a full-time basis.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 of 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• A good pension scheme.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.

‘What energises you?’, is what Michelle Mol always asks a candidate. ‘A crucial question, because I believe someone can only truly excel if they are doing work they are passionate about. It’s not just about a person’s capabilities, but also, more importantly, about what drives them and what makes them happy. At TNO you can feel the passion everywhere. That’s what makes working here so special.’

Michelle Mol Recruiter