Credit Control - Reed : Job Details

Credit Controller

• Salary: £25 - £29k (based on experience)
• Location: Stevenage
• Job Type: TEMP – PERM Full-time (8.30am-5pm) Office only

My client is a national business who offer a comprehensive range of services to a diverse client base, including blue chip and SME fleet operators and insurance companies. They are currently seeking a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join their team in Stevenage and contribute to their continued growth.

Day to day of the role:

• Assessing and reviewing customer credit situations.
• Supporting the Credit Control Team with additional tasks as required.
• Ensuring the smooth operation of the Ledgers and timely payments, addressing any potential issues in weekly meetings.
• Setting up terms and conditions for receivable and payable balances.
• Resolving internal queries regarding payments and ensuring customers adhere to payment terms.
• Chasing overdue invoices through various communication channels within agreed timescales.
• Keeping accurate records of all chasing activities.
• Regularly contacting customers to manage relevant debts as necessary.
• Identifying changes in payment patterns and proposing actions to prevent indebtedness.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies in all transactions.
• Handling disputed bills and negotiating to bring payments within agreed terms.
• Providing accurate advice on billing queries and responding promptly to both client and internal enquiries.
• Proposing write-offs for irrecoverable receivables when necessary.
• Producing ad-hoc reports as requested by management.
• Undertaking account reconciliations as required.
• Meeting monthly processing deadlines.
• Distributing monthly client statements/letters as agreed.
• Performing other duties as delegated by the Finance Manager.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven background in Credit Control.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in computer skills, with Sage 50 accounts being preferable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and growing company.
• Supportive team environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

If you are experienced in Credit Control and are available immediately or on short notice please apply today