STIGA is a leading European manufacturer and distributor of lawnmowers and power garden equipment, with over 90 years of experience in the market
We are consistently curious, conscious of trends, inspiring, and visionary – just like our customers.
We are seeking a Credit Controller to join our F&A team based in Stansted (UK).
This role involves maintaining strong customer relationships to ensure regular cash collection, reconciling AR and bank accounts, issuing debit/credit notes, monitoring customer creditworthiness, and handling e-commerce ledger follow-ups. The ideal candidate is expected to demonstrate strong tenacity, drive, and discipline to succeed.
Until August 2025, the employee may be based in a temporary office within the Stansted area, with a planned relocation to a new permanent office, also located in the same area. This role will be asked to travel for business purposes to Plymouth.
Accountability & Objectives
* Manage Credit control for UK entity in line with Group procedures
* Maintain frequent relationships with customers to manage the regular cash-in with balancing and reconciliation of AR
* Daily maintenance & reconciliation of bank accounts
* Issue debit/credit notes as required
* Monitor credit worthiness of customers using third party applications
* Maintain e-commerce ledgers with regular follow up to resolve open issues
Key Responsibilities
* Credit Control
* Sales Ledger management & reporting
* Support the finance team with Ad Hoc analysis reporting
* Regularly liaise with both Customers and Sales team with a focus on cash collection and issue resolution
* Always operate according to Group culture, values, rules and procedures
Skills & Qualifications
Experience:
* Demonstrated Credit Control experience within a busy environment, including B2B & B2C, e-commerce
Qualifications:
* Accounting qualification is not mandatory
* GCSE in Mathematics and English
Knowledge:
* General knowledge in accounting with preferences for account receivables aspects
* Balance-sheet and financial statements
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
* SAP
Languages:
* English mother tongue
* An additional language is a plus
Mindset & Interpersonal skills
* Capability in dealing with complexity in a multinational environment is needed
* Capability to promote team-working and collaboration among the different functions both at local and Group level is highly recommended
* An attitude to measure performances by KPIs is highly recommended
* An “hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines are highly appreciated
* A good understanding of main company processes is appreciated
* Business judgment and curiosity are required
* Good communication skills with all levels of the organization are required
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