Assistant Credit Controller

Michael Page; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance organization in Southampton is seeking an Assistant Credit Controller to join their team. The role involves managing outstanding debts, resolving payment queries, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates will have experience in credit control, strong numeracy skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The company offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fixed-term contract with potential for career progression

Generous holiday allowance

Workplace benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a credit control or accounting support role.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage outstanding debts to ensure timely payments.
• Communicate with clients to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment queries.
• Maintain accurate records of all credit control activities.
• Support the Accounting & Finance department with monthly reporting tasks.
• Prepare and send reminder letters or statements as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth credit operations.
• Assist in setting up new client accounts and credit checks.
• Provide administrative support to the credit control function.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with accounting software

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Proactive problem-solving

Ability to work within a team

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Credit Controller to join our client in Southampton. This role requires a detail-oriented individual to support the Accounting & Finance department with credit control tasks.

Client Details

The employer is a reputable organisation known for its supportive and professional workplace culture. Operating as a medium-sized company, they offer a structured environment to ensure career development.

Description

• Monitor and manage outstanding debts to ensure timely payments.
• Communicate with clients to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment queries.
• Maintain accurate records of all credit control activities.
• Support the Accounting & Finance department with monthly reporting tasks.
• Prepare and send reminder letters or statements as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth credit operations.
• Assist in setting up new client accounts and credit checks.
• Provide administrative support to the credit control function.

Profile

A successful Assistant Credit Controller should have:

• Previous experience in a credit control or accounting support role.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
• The ability to work effectively within a team and independently.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary.
• A fixed-term contract with potential for career progression.
• A professional and supportive working environment in Southampton.
• Opportunities to develop skills within a busy finance team.
• Generous holiday allowance and workplace benefits.

Please call Amy on 02380 206441 to discuss the role or for more details.