Credit Controller
- Salary: £25 - £29k (based on experience)
- Location: Stevenage
- Job Type: TEMP – PERM Full-time (8.30am-5pm) Office only
My client is a national business who offer a comprehensive range of services to a diverse client base, including blue chip and SME fleet operators and insurance companies. They are currently seeking a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join their team in Stevenage and contribute to their continued growth.
Day to day of the role:
- Assessing and reviewing customer credit situations.
- Supporting the Credit Control Team with additional tasks as required.
- Ensuring the smooth operation of the Ledgers and timely payments, addressing any potential issues in weekly meetings.
- Setting up terms and conditions for receivable and payable balances.
- Resolving internal queries regarding payments and ensuring customers adhere to payment terms.
- Chasing overdue invoices through various communication channels within agreed timescales.
- Keeping accurate records of all chasing activities.
- Regularly contacting customers to manage relevant debts as necessary.
- Identifying changes in payment patterns and proposing actions to prevent indebtedness.
- Ensuring compliance with company policies in all transactions.
- Handling disputed bills and negotiating to bring payments within agreed terms.
- Providing accurate advice on billing queries and responding promptly to both client and internal enquiries.
- Proposing write-offs for irrecoverable receivables when necessary.
- Producing ad-hoc reports as requested by management.
- Undertaking account reconciliations as required.
- Meeting monthly processing deadlines.
- Distributing monthly client statements/letters as agreed.
- Performing other duties as delegated by the Finance Manager.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven background in Credit Control.
- Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in computer skills, with Sage 50 accounts being preferable.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and growing company.
- Supportive team environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
If you are experienced in Credit Control and are available immediately or on short notice please apply today