Credit Controller
15 days ago
Wellingborough
Location : Wellingborough Department : Accounts Reports To: Finance Director Employment Type: Full-Time, Monday to Friday Job Summary We areseekinga detail-oriented and proactive Credit Controller to manage the credit and collections process within our finance team. This roleis responsible forensuringtimelypayment of outstanding invoices,maintainingaccuraterecords, generatinginvoicesand supporting the business in minimisingbad debtexposure and optimising cash flow. Key Responsibilities Credit Control & Debt Collection Monitor customer accounts to identify overdue balances and outstanding debts Contact clients via phone, email, and written correspondence to chase overdue payments Maintain clear and up-to-date records of all customer communications, payment arrangements, and disputes Set and review credit limits based on company policy and customer credit risk assessments Initiate legal proceedings or escalate accounts to external collection agencies when necessary Customer Billing & Invoicing Raise and issueaccurateinvoicesin a timely manner, ensuring alignment with internal billing procedures Liaise with the sales team to resolve invoice disputes or queries Payment Processing Handle secure customer payments via a virtual terminal, ensuring proper recording and reconciliation of transactions Reporting & Reconciliation Send regular account statements to customers and proactively follow up on overdue accounts Maintainthe Monthly Owed Spreadsheet, updating with current customer and supplier payment statuses Ensure the Debtors Report onEvonetis keptaccurateand up to date Other Duties Ad-hoc duties: Support the Finance Director onadditionalduties and financial tasks asrequired Skills & Qualifications Prior experience in credit control or a related finance role Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a professional telephone manner Strong organisational and time-management abilities High attention to detail and data accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (e.g.Evonetor similar) Experience using portals such as White Oaks is a strong advantage A qualification in finance, accounting, or business (e.g. AAT, ACCA part-qualified) is desirable but not essential What We Offer Supportive work environment with opportunities for growth Training and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Length of serviceadditionalannual leave You may have experience in the following: Credit Controller, Senior Credit Controller, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Sales Ledger Clerk, Credit Analyst, Debt Recovery Officer, Finance Administrator REF-227 848 TPBN1_UKTJ