Base:
This is an on site, full time credit control focused role. We are looking for a proactive experienced credit controller who can develop the role and own the accounts receivable function within the business.
Credit Control & Cash Collection
* Undertake credit control, manage and chase overdue debt by phone and email.
* Prepare statements of account and chase payments professionally.
* Provide weekly cash collection and debtor KPI reports.
* Support management with reports on debts, write-offs, and payment patterns.
Customer Account Management
* Maintain and reconcile customer accounts in Sage 50.
* Onboard new customers and conduct credit checks.
* Deal with customer queries and find resolution.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
* Process VAT free transactions.
* Assist with month-end reporting and reconciliations
* Analysis of payment data, history, and trends
* Code transactions correctly within Sage 50.
* Support management with excel reporting on debts, write-offs, and payment patterns.
Team Support & Administration
* Collaborate and support other finance team members.
* Maintain accurate paper and electronic records in compliance with company standards.
* Ad hoc projects to support best practice within finance.
Essential Requirements
* 5+ years' experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control.
* Strong Sage 50 and advanced Excel skills are favourable.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Confident dealing with both B2B and B2C customers.
* Organised, accurate, and customer-focused with a proactive mindset.
* Ability to work independently and as part of the wider team.
Attributes & Qualifications:
The successful applicant will display the following attributes:
* Team player
* Integrity and reliability
* Problem solver
* Ability to be self motivated and work with the minimum of supervision to deliver priorities
* High class communication skills, both written and spoken
* Attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to proactively plan ahead to achieve target outcomes
AAT or similar qualification would be advantageous but not essential.
Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer that positively encourages applicants from groups which are under-represented within our current workforce.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Transport links
Application question(s):
* Do you have Strong Sage 50 knowledge/skills
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
* Accounts Receivable or Credit Control: 5 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person