About this role
Your new company A well-established and growing organisation is looking to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join its finance team on a hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and relationship-focused individual to take ownership of a portfolio of key customer accounts, helping to drive cash collection, reduce debt and support wider business performance. Working within a collaborative finance function, you will have the opportunity to build strong relationships across the business, contribute to process improvements and play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow.
Credit Control Permanent Full-Time Hybrid £30,000 Leeds - Morley
Your new role As Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring outstanding debt is recovered efficiently while delivering a high level of customer service. Key responsibilities include:
Managing and recovering outstanding debt across customer accountsChasing overdue payments via telephone and emailBuilding strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholdersLeading debt review meetings and agreeing actions to improve collectionsInvestigating and resolving account queries and disputesAllocating cash receipts and maintaining accurate account recordsSupporting cash flow forecasting through payment trackingProducing regular debt reports and commentaryAssisting with reconciliations, direct debits and wider sales ledger activitiesSupporting continuous improvement initiatives and system developments What you'll need to succeed We're keen to speak with experienced Credit Control professionals who can demonstrate strong commercial awareness and excellent relationship-building skills.
At least 5 years' experience within Credit ControlExperience managing high-value or corporate customer accountsStrong stakeholder management skillsExcellent communication and negotiation abilitiesA proactive and resilient approach to debt recoveryStrong attention to detail and organisational skillsThe ability to work collaboratively across finance and operational teamsExperience within a larger or fast-paced business environment would be advantageous What you'll get in return
Hybrid workingCompetitive salary of up to £30,000Ongoing training and career progression opportunitiesExposure to finance transformation and improvement projectsSupportive and collaborative team cultureModern office environmentComprehensive benefits package
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