Credit Controller

Position 1 Recruitment is working with a well-established client in Beccles who is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to develop their career in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
39 hours per week

What’s on Offer

* 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

* Christmas shutdown

* Long service award

* Life assurance scheme

* Group income protection scheme

* Pension contribution up to 3%

* Learning & development opportunities

* Employee referral rewards

The Role

As Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing the collection of outstanding balances and resolving account queries for a large portfolio of national and international customers.

Key Responsibilities

* Managing and maintaining the sales ledger

* Raising sales ledger invoices via automated ERP systems and ad-hoc manual requests

* Daily cash posting and allocation across multiple currencies

* Managing credit relationships with customers’ credit control departments

* Ensuring customer payments are made within agreed terms

* Chasing overdue debt via telephone and email

* Monitoring and managing customer credit limits

* Acting as the main point of contact with credit insurers to obtain and maintain credit cover

* Monthly liaison with credit insurance providers regarding overdue accounts and recovery actions

* Resolving queries in collaboration with internal departments and customers

* Producing customer statements and sundry reports

* Preparing regular debt reports for the Finance Controller, including commentary and recommendations

About You

* Previous experience in a credit control environment

* Strong understanding of debt collection legislation

* Competent user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

* GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade A–C (or equivalent)

* Institute of Credit Management qualification (desirable)

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Aiste on (phone number removed)