Full job descriptionWe are recruiting for an experienced Assistant Credit Controller to join a major London public-sector organisation on an interim basis. This role focuses on delivering effective credit control and debt collection activities within a complex, regulated environment, ensuring financial risk is minimised and cash flow is optimised.
Key Details
*Contract Length: Until November 2026
*Location: Victoria Station House, London (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)
*Daily Rate: £192.92 PAYE / £262.50 Umbrella
*Start Date: ASAP
Role Overview
As an Assistant Credit Controller, you will support end-to-end credit control and accounts receivable activities across multiple business areas. You will play a key role in monitoring customer accounts, assessing credit risk, and managing overdue debt while ensuring all activities align with internal governance, controls, and financial regulations.
This is a fast-paced role suited to someone who can quickly integrate into a complex environment and contribute from day one.
Key Responsibilities
*Run credit checks on new customers, assessing against policy and recommending appropriate trading limits
*Monitor and review credit ratings of existing customers, adjusting trading limits where required
*Oversee the dunning process and manage collection of overdue debt
*Handle debt disputes, liaising with internal stakeholders, legal teams, and third-party agencies to reach resolution
*Support and guide junior team members with exception billing activities, including invoice adjustments
*Act as a point of escalation for junior colleagues and ensure risks and issues are raised appropriately
*Deliver against defined KPIs and performance targets
*Respond to customer, business, and Finance queries in a timely and professional manner
*Ensure all activities comply with policies, controls, thresholds, and a risk-based approach
*Maintain accurate financial records using systems such as SAP
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
*Experience working in a large, complex or regulated environment (public sector desirable)
*Strong understanding of credit control, debt collection, and accounts receivable processes
*Proven experience managing overdue debt and credit risk
*Experience handling debt disputes and escalations
*Working knowledge of SAP and strong Microsoft Office skills
*Understanding of accounting principles
*Ability to support and guide junior team members
*Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
*Experience working in business services environments
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
*Strong attention to detail and a proactive, risk-aware approach
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV in Word format (.docx).