Credit Controller

We are currently assisting the recruitment of a Credit Controller for an organisation that specialises in UK and Overseas debt recovery.

The successful candidate will look after client ledgers and will work in a small team reporting directly into the Managing Director.

What you can expect:

• £25,000 – £26,000
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (+ Christmas close)
• Annual profit related bonus
• On-site parking
• 9am – 5pm (1 hour lunch) – 35 hour working week
• Office based

Duties and responsibilities:

• Chasing debt by telephone and email on client ledgers
• Arranging payment with debtors by BACS or CHAPS
• Maintain regular communication with clients, keeping them informed of debt recovery progress.
• Negotiate settlements with debtors, considering the financial circumstances of both the debtor and the creditor
• Ledger reconciliation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all debt recovery activities
• Prepare reports on debt collection progress including outstanding balances, payments received and issues

Skills and experience required:

• Previous experience in credit control, debt recovery, or a similar role, preferably within the insolvency or financial services sector.
• Experience of sales ledger desirable
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with debtors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Good working knowledge of Excel (formulas)
• Strong organisational skills including proven ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team, willing to support colleagues as requested