Job Description
Credit Controller
* Job Type: Full-time, initially on a temporary basis whilst they recruit permanently.
* Location: Leatherhead, hybrid working pattern.
* Hourly rate: £17.46 per hour PAYE OR £22.22 per hour via an umbrella company.
* Hours: 37.5 per week.
We are currently seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join our busy and dynamic finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong credit control experience to manage a portfolio of medium-complexity accounts and play a key role in maintaining cash flow.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Ensuring timely collection of outstanding payments.
* Allocating cash accurately and efficiently.
* Investigating and resolving account queries promptly.
* Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate records.
* Allocating credit notes to invoices where required.
* Building strong relationships with customers to support collections.
* Regularly following up with clients to secure payments.
* Supporting the wider team with maintaining healthy cash flow.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Solid experience across the full credit control process.
* Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Confident using Excel (including pivot tables, SUMIFs, and VLOOKUPs).
* Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
* Organised, proactive, and able to manage workload under pressure.
* Experience working with Local Authorities or the NHS would be advantageous.
* A professional and customer-focused approach.