A successful business in Chesterfield is seeking a Temporary Credit Controller to support the finance team during a busy period. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a wide range of customers with differing account values. For the right person, there is potential for the role to become permanent. Your New Role As the Temporary Credit Controller, you will manage the full credit control process and play a key role in maintaining strong cashflow. You'll work across a mixed customer portfolio, from smaller accounts to high‑value clients, adapting your approach to suit different payment patterns and risk levels. This is a hands‑on role where you'll make an immediate impact. Key Responsibilities Managing end‑to‑end credit control across a varied customer base Proactive cash collection and debt chasing Processing and allocating customer payments Handling remittances and maintaining accurate account records Liaising with the factoring company and credit insurance provider Completing credit limit checks, account reviews, and credit protection tasks Monitoring customer risk and escalating issues where appropriate Supporting the wider finance team with ad‑hoc duties during a transition periodWhat You'll Need to Succeed Previous experience in credit control Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with customers at all levels Ability to manage multiple accounts with varying values and credit behaviours A proactive, organised, and resilient approachWhat You'll Get in Return Competitive hourly rate Exposure to a broad customer portfolio Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunity to make an immediate impact Potential for the role to become permanent What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)