Credit Controller

Sewell Wallis is working with a leading and fast-growing wholesale business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, to recruit a Credit Controller. The role focuses primarily on actively chasing outstanding and overdue debts over the phone; you will play a key role in maintaining cash flow and a busy ledger to support the wider finance function.

This role suits someone proactive, comfortable chasing payments over the phone and managing customer accounts and aged debt. It is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced credit controller to join a great business and a supportive team.

• Chasing overdue invoices via phone and email.
• Building strong relationships with customers to ensure prompt payment.
• Resolving payment queries and account disputes.
• Maintaining accurate debtor records.
• Producing aged debt reports.
• Setting and reviewing customer credit limits.
• Liaising with credit insurance providers.
• Escalating problematic accounts where necessary.
• Supporting cash flow improvement and reduction of aged debt.
• Posting sales invoices and customer payments.
• Completing bank reconciliations.
• Supporting purchase ledger duties when required.
• Supporting the wider finance team with general finance administration and ad hoc tasks.

• Previous Credit Control experience.
• Strong Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Experience managing aged debt and chasing customers.
• Experience dealing with credit insurance.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Experience with in an SME environment would be advantageous.

• Free parking.
• Opportunity to join a growing and successful business.
• Supportive and collaborative finance team environment.

If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for a new opportunity in the Barnsley area, please contact Eleanor Kirk for more information.