Credit Controller
  • England,East of England,Cambridgeshire,Peterborough
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £30,000 - £32,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionThe Role

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Credit Controller will play a vital role in managing the company’s sales ledger and ensuring outstanding debts are collected efficiently and professionally. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will be responsible for maintaining strong customer relationships whilst reducing aged debt and protecting cash flow across a multi-million-pound turnover business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Credit Controller who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and making a direct impact on business performance.

Key Responsibilities
*Proactively manage and collect outstanding customer debts.
*Conduct regular credit control calls and follow-up correspondence.
*Monitor customer accounts and investigate overdue balances.
*Allocate incoming payments accurately and promptly.
*Resolve pricing, invoice and delivery disputes with internal departments and customers.
*Escalate problematic accounts and recommend appropriate action.
*Review and maintain customer credit limits in line with company policy.
*Assist with new account opening procedures and credit checks.
*Build strong working relationships with Sales, Customer Service and Operations teams.
*Support month-end reporting and reconciliation activities.
*Maintain accurate customer records and audit trails.
*Ensure compliance with company procedures and financial controls.
*Contribute to ongoing process improvements within the finance function.
*Support the Finance team with audits and reporting requirements.

About You
Essential
*Previous Credit Control experience.
*Strong track record of debt collection and reducing aged debt.
*Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
*Ability to build positive relationships with customers and colleagues.
*Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
*Confident using Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems.
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
*Commercial awareness and a professional approach.
What We Offer
*Salary circa £32,000 + Commission structure
*Company pension scheme.
*20 days holiday plus bank holidays. (Christmas close down deducted from Holiday)
*Loyalty scheme for Holidays
*Health Insurance
*Free on-site parking.
Job number 4228795
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