Billing & Credit Control Specialist

Forbes Solicitors; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced sick pay

Staff discount on Firm services

Health benefits

Job summary

Forbes Solicitors invites applications for a Billing and Credit Control Assistant to join our Finance team in a full-time role based at Sceptre Way, Preston.

You will manage day-to-day billing, credit control and client account activity, reconcile payments and support process improvements while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. The role requires strong numeracy, good communication and organisational skills, and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control, sales ledger or billing.
• Good working knowledge of billing processes and VAT regulations.
• Excellent numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organisation, time management and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good communication skills and confidence using systems such as Word, Excel, Outlook and databases.
• A team-focused approach and alignment with our values.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day billing, credit control and accounts receivable activity accurately and efficiently.
• Issue bills, credit notes and statements, and follow up overdue invoices in line with firm policy and client terms.
• Work closely with fee earners and clients to resolve billing queries and maintain strong working relationships.
• Reconcile payments, keep accurate records and support continuous improvements across the department.
• Handle financial information with accuracy, integrity and confidentiality.

Skills

Credit control

Billing

VAT compliance

Numeracy

Organisation

Communication

Word

Excel

Outlook

Databases

Partner for Windows

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Databases

Partner for Windows

Job description

Forbes Solicitors invites applications for a Billing and Credit Control Assistant to join our Finance team in a full-time role based at Sceptre Way, Preston.

You will manage day-to-day billing, credit control and client account activity, reconcile payments and support process improvements while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. The role requires strong numeracy, good communication and organisational skills, and a collaborative approach.