We are looking for a Credit Control Assistantto join a well established business that is growing, based near Shepton Mallet. TheCredit Control Assistantrole will be a permanent opportunity and will sit alongside the current Sales Administration team.
Tasked with supporting the Credit Controller with optimising the full credit life cycleof a diverse global debtor portfolio, the main responsibilities of the role include:
* Diligently monitor outstanding balances, aging reports and cash-collection targets to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), ensuring timely payments.
* Proactively engage with debtors via email, telecoms and virtual meetings to provide a smooth debt recovery and dispute resolution.
* Support the Credit Controller with the administration of a multi-currency debtor portfolio, ensuring accurate ledger postings that reflect bank account entries, and month-end close.
* Maintain accurate and well-managed credit accounts within the ERP system, providing timely administration for general account information, credit limit revisions, and hold/release statuses.
* Prepare and send monthly statements to credit customers.
* Assist in resolving payment disputes and queries.
* Support the Credit Controller with debtor trend analysis, preparing regular management reports and insights for senior leadership.
Key skills and experience required for this role include:
* Experience of working with clients to reduce their debt and the companies DSO days is preferable
* Strong numerical and analytical skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and experience with accounting software.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Contractual Hours 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday on site 5 days a week, from 8:30 - 5:00pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch break).
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
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