About the Company
Powerday is a dynamic and fast-paced business that requires a calm, organised approach. We are always keen to encourage new and innovative ideas to improve systems and processes, and we support the development of our people as they grow in their roles.
About the Role
We are looking for a Credit Control Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their finance career who wants to gain hands-on experience in credit control. Working closely with the Senior Credit Controller and Associate Finance Director, you will help manage customer accounts from account opening through to payment collection while supporting the wider finance team. Full training will be provided, and there will be opportunities to develop your skills within the finance function.
Responsibilities
* Assist with managing approximately 200 live customer accounts
* Support the team in collecting payments of around £5m per month
* Help monitor debtor days and support the team in improving collection performance
* Open new customer accounts, carry out credit checks and assist with setting credit limits
* Monitor customer accounts to ensure credit terms and limits are adhered to
* Assist with posting daily bank receipts (BACS and cheques) and allocating payments
* Log and help resolve customer account queries
* Raise credit notes and assist with ad hoc invoicing
* Update and maintain records within the Opera 3 Credit Manager system
* Monitor and respond to the credit control inbox
* Provide support during month-end tasks and reporting
* Work collaboratively within the finance team and provide holiday cover where required
Qualifications
No accounting qualification or degree is required for this role.
Required Skills
* Around 1 year of experience in a finance or office-based role (preferred but not essential)
* Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* A proactive and self-motivated approach
* Good communication skills and confidence speaking with customers
* Basic Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Preferred Skills
There is plenty of scope to grow within the finance team, take on projects and support improvements to the company’s finance systems and processes.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Powerday is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.