Credit Controller

Your new company
I am working on behalf of a well-established professional services business, based in Preston, to recruit a Credit Controller to join their Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience in credit control and client account management within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Your new role
In your new role as Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day invoicing, credit control and accounts receivable activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency at all times. You will prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and statements, as well as proactively chasing overdue invoices. Working closely with internal colleagues and clients, you will help resolve invoice queries while maintaining strong professional relationships.

Additional responsibilities will include reconciling payments, maintaining accurate financial records and supporting continuous improvements within the department. This is a full time role, working Monday to Friday based from their offices in Preston.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have previous experience within a credit control or sales ledger role, alongside a solid understanding of billing processes and VAT regulations. You will demonstrate strong numeracy skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to organise and prioritise a varied workload effectively. Strong communication skills are essential, along with confidence in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as bespoke systems.

A proactive, team-focused approach and alignment with company values will also be key to success in this role.

What you'll get in return
In return for this, you will be offered a competitive salary up to 30,000. Alongside this, your benefits package will include 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, on-site parking, the option of hybrid working (1 day per week at home) following probation, development schemes and the chance to progress your career.

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