Credit Controller
about HYDRO
Hydro is a leading industrial company that is committed to a sustainable future. Since 1905, Hydro has turned
natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses, creating a safe and secure workplace
for over 30,000 employees across more than 140 locations and 40 countries. We are dedicated to creating safe,
inclusive workplaces and contributing to more sustainable societies through innovative and efficient solutions.
Hydro offers global opportunities with strong local presence. Our activities span the entire aluminium value
chain across all continents, providing excellent opportunities for learning, development, and career progression
within a well-established and forward-looking organisation.
Hydro Building Systems UK provides aluminium doors, windows and curtain walling through our two market
leading brands – TECHNAL and WICONA. As part of the Hydro Group, we are committed to delivering
sustainable solutions for the construction industry through the use of our lower carbon aluminium alloys and
products that meet the energy efficiency demands required to make a positive impact on the planet.
ROLE OUTLINE
This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within a finance function in a global organisation. The UK Finance team operates as a close-knit unit, supported by a highly skilled shared service function in Hungary.
Reporting to the Head of UK Finance, the Credit Controller will take ownership of credit control and accounts receivable (AR) activities, while supporting the Shared Service Centre (GBSF) with accounts payable (AP) queries. The role also involves contributing to finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
The position is well suited to an individual with accounts receivable and credit control experience who is looking to develop their career within a dynamic, commercially focused environment.
The Hydro Group knows the importance of succession planning and career learning & development, and HBS UK has a history of promotion from within, rotation to different business units and secondment. Any such openings may be within the UK business, HBS global or even in the wider Hydro group with a variety of opportunities to develop your skills and experience.
Your REsponsibilities
1. Manage customer accounts to ensure timely collection balances in line with agreed credit terms
2. Monitor and forecast cash receipts, highlighting risks and delays proactively
3. Oversee credit insurance declarations and prepare quarterly submissions
4. Hold weekly credit control meetings with the sales teams.
5. Act as key contact for the Shared Service Centre (GBSF) across AR, AP and related processes
6. Monitoring and reporting of key KPIs such as Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and Average Delinquency Days (ADD)
7. Calculate customer rebates and process related credit notes accurately
8. Review and approve customer credit applications, ensuring appropriate risk assessment and documentation
9. Support external auditors with accounts receivable queries and documentation
10. Act as local Vendor Invoice Management key user, when required
11. Complete day-to-day finance administration tasks accurately and efficiently
12. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls
Your experience & skills
13. Experience working within the accounts receivable and credit control
14. Previous experience within a finance environment
15. Basic understanding of financial data, credit reports, and KPIs
16. A willingness to learn new skills and gain new experiences within a forward looking, commercially driven organisation at the forefront of sustainability
17. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
18. Confident communicator, with the ability to liaise effectively across teams and with customers
19. Experience of SAP (ideally, but not a requirement) and Power BI (if available)
20. Self-motivated with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
21. Strong attention to detail with a good understanding of business impact
22. Experience within manufacturing or construction (desirable)
23. Understanding of VAT fundamentals
24. Ability to work well within a team
25. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
26. Can self-motivate, prioritise and manage your own workload
27. Full UK Drivers Licence (desirable)
SALARY AND BENEFITS
28. Salary from £30,000
29. Hybrid working option available, for up to 2 days a week
30. 25 days holiday per annum
31. Life assurance offered at 7x salary
32. Industry-leading pension scheme contributions by the employer
33. Employee assistance programme including Cycle to work scheme, Mental Health awareness programme and a variety of other employee offers to save money on everyday purchases
34. Free on-site parking, with free charging pods for Hybrid and electric vehicles available to all employees
35. Opportunity to participate in Group approved training programmes
36. Opportunity to visit other Group facilities in the UK and overseas to enhance training and cross border collaboration with colleagues
37. Longer term career succession programme within Hydro to ensure that career potential can be fulfilled either in the UK or farther afield
General information
Company
Location
Reporting to
Hydro Building Systems UK Limited
Tewkesbury, GL20 8SF
Head of UK Finance
Contact
Hydro is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment. The Company recognises its obligations
under the Equality Act 2010 and supports the spirit and intention of the legislation through its policies and practices.
At Hydro we want to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce through a well-balanced mix of age, gender,
cultures and competencies at all organizational levels and welcome applications from all people.
We are located just off Junction 9 of the M5, within commutable distance of Bristol, Cheltenham, Gloucester,
Worcester, Birmingham and the surroundings areas.