Reed Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be working with a well-established client in Newcastle city centre who are looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.
Working in a dynamic team, your main responsibilities will include:
* Responsible for chasing and collection of any overdue rent and fees.
* Proactively speaking with tenants to find their reasons for non-payment of rent.
* Negotiating with tenants to mutually agree arrears instalment plans.
* Reduction of arrears to below set targets.
* Production of monthly reports with supporting evidence demonstrating tenant contact.
* Liaising with Property Managers.
* Upkeep of relevant systems.
* Scanning of documents (incoming and outgoing).
* Recommendations for Bad Debt write offs.
* Instructing and following up on legal proceedings.
The ideal candidate will have:
* At least 1 year’s previous Credit Control/Accounts Receivable experience.
* Basic understanding of the legal system relevant to credit control – i.e. small claims.
* Previous experience working in finance.
* Knowledge of direct debit system.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Ability to work on own and as part of a small team.
* Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Able to demonstrate high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* A strong team player who is self-motivated and uses their own initiative.
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Organised and methodical approach to work.
* Proactive / can do attitude.
Benefits:
* Competitive Salary.
* Holidays – 24 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 after 2 years' service and 27 after 5 years' service)
* Company Pension.
* Discretionary Company Bonus (based on company and individual performance)
* Option for some homeworking following probation period.
If this sounds like the role for you, please apply today!
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