Job Title: Credit Controller (Temp to Perm)
Location: Leicester, City Centre
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Salary: £12.21 - £13.00
About the Role:
We are working with a well-established business in Leicester that is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity, ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end credit control and has proven experience using Xero accounting software.
You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the credit control function, working closely with both customers and colleagues to maintain strong financial processes and resolve queries efficiently.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Managing the company’s sales ledger and monitoring overdue accounts
2. Chasing outstanding debt by phone and email in a professional manner
3. Allocating incoming payments and reconciling accounts
4. Producing debtor reports and liaising with management regarding aged debt
5. Handling customer queries and providing excellent service at all times
6. Working closely with the wider finance team to improve processes
7. Ensuring compliance with company policies and financial regulations
Skills and Experience Required:
8. Proven experience as a Credit Controller or in a similar finance role
9. Hands-on experience with Xero is essential
10. Strong communication and negotiation skills
11. High attention to detail and accuracy in financial administration
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
13. Good working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
What’s on Offer:
14. Temp to perm opportunity with a supportive business
15. Competitive pay rate with potential for progression
16. Friendly team environment based in Leicester