Credit Control Assistant

SF Partners is currently recruiting for an Credit Control Assistant to join a buoyant and stable business based centrally to Derby on a Permanent basis. After initial training period, you will have the option for hybrid working i.e. 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home, plus working a 37 hour week. My client is looking for a proactive and organised Credit Control Assistant to join their Credit Control team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of your own ledger, build relationships across the organisation, and play a key role in supporting the customers financial wellbeing. The Credit Controller will be responsible for:

- Managing your own portfolio of accounts.

- Liaising with local authorities and Housing Benefit departments to support timely payments.

- Managing the credit control inbox and resolving queries promptly.

- Support the Direct Debit collection activity.

- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance and Operations. Required

Skills and Experience:

- Experience in credit control, accounts receivable or a similar role.

- Strong communication and relationship building skills
- Excellent organisation and attention to detail - A proactive approach to problem solving
- The ability to manage your workload effectively and work as part of a team.

- A commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

- Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and continuously improve
- Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (experience with ERP systems desirable) - Professional and confident communication skills, particularly when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders - A proactive approach to resolving invoice queries and discrepancies
- Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team My client is a fast moving, change orientated business based in Derby. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a fantastic, supportive team operating in the services sector.