Our client is a forward-thinking global leader within their sector, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised organisations. They are looking to appoint a Senior Credit Controller who will lead a team of Credit Controllers and Sales Invoicing Administrators, driving consistency, efficiency, and best practice across the function.
If you are a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision and have a flexible, adaptable attitude and are willing to travel I would love to hear from you.
Job Title: Credit Control Team Leader
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Yateley
Salary: £35,000 p.a. plus car allowance
Reference no: 16053
Credit Control Team Leader – Benefits
Car allowance
25 days holiday
Life assurance
Medical health cash plan
Flexible working
Gym membership discounts
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee wellbeing and financial wellbeing hubs
Credit Control Team Leader – About The Role
You will manage a dedicated portfolio of overdue accounts in line with group processes, taking a proactive approach to maintaining clean and stable ledgers while continuously seeking improvements. Main responsibilities include:
Regularly contact customers via phone and email to chase overdue payments
Manage disputed accounts and negotiate payment resolutions in line with agreed terms
Liaise with multiple sites, legal entities, and systems to resolve internal queries promptly
Monitor and improve KPIs in line with group objectives
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce overdue debt trends
Support the UK & Ireland Financial Controller with ad hoc duties, including intercompany, expenses, and reconciliations
The Successful Credit Control Team Leader will have:
Experience in a senior credit control position
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
A tenacious and proactive approach to collections and problem-solving
Flexibility and a positive attitude towards change
Good IT skills, particularly in Excel
A willingness to learn, develop, and take initiative
You will be a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision. The role requires sound judgement to resolve issues independently while knowing when to escalate. A focus on both short-term results and long-term objectives is essential, alongside maintaining strong client relationships and goodwill.
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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