Experienced Credit Controller/ Large B2B Ledger/ Hybrid Working/ Excellent Benefits/ Sage 200/ Achievable Performance Related Bonus
Forge Talent are working with a large global service provider as they look to grow their UK Credit Control team in North Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Credit Controller who has 5 years + experience of managing a large B2B ledger. An ideal role for somebody who has the knowledge and experience to work autonomously to proactively reduce debt before it reaches an aged status.
Credit Controller Key Responsibilities:
Proactively oversee a large portfolio of blue chip and regional customer accounts, ensuring invoices are paid in line with agreed terms and aged debt is kept to a minimum.
Chase current and overdue debt via phone and email, maintaining regular communication and building strong customer relationships.
Support the AR team with the accurate allocation of incoming payments as required.
Work with the wider sales and operations teams to promptly investigate and resolve invoice queries and discrepancies, preventing any payment delay.
Monitor aged and problematic debt and maintain accurate debtor report.
Escalate overdue or high-risk accounts to the Credit Control Manager as required.
Support with customer credit reviews, advising on suitable limits where necessary.
Provide regular reporting on cash position to the Senior Finance Team.
Negotiate appropriate payment plans as required.
Monitor debtor performance and contribute to improvements in Days Sales Outstanding.
Support ongoing continuous improvements projects.
Support cash flow forecasting through accurate and timely reporting
Assist with audits and finance projects as required
Credit Controller Required Experience:
5 Years + experience in a B2B Credit Control position, ideally gained within a larger business environment.
Full working knowledge and understanding of the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process.
Confident written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationship with customers.
The ability to challenge nonpayment customers professionally and constructively as required.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively investigate and resolve queries, reaching a prompt outcome.
Strong Excel skills ( Vlook and pivot tables essential) and Computerised systems skills (Exposure to using Sage 200 is highly advantageous)
Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively inline with business needs.
The experience and confidence to work autonomously to manage priorities effectively
A commercially minded and pragmatic approach to problem-solving
A positive and motivated approach to the role and team, embracing new challenges as they arise.
A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for an opportunity to work autonomously within a larger business environment, this vacancy is ideal. Please submit your application or contact Rosie at Forge Talent for further information.
Please note: Applicants must currently be located within a commutable distance of North Manchester to be considered.
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