Contract Credit Controller

Reed; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Reed in Cambridge is seeking a Credit Control Assistant for a fixed-term 6-month contract. This hybrid role (50/50) involves collecting payments, posting receipts, maintaining records, and escalating disputes, while ensuring queries are resolved and stakeholder relationships are maintained.

Candidates should have experience in credit control/accounts receivable, solid knowledge of finance systems, and proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Experience within a credit control / accounts receivable environment.
• Good understanding of finance systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong sense of integrity and ability to perform in a time-pressured environment to meet deadlines.
• Highly energetic and self-motivated; capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts.
• An accounting qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect customer payments through regular contact via email and telephone.
• Post and allocate customer receipts accurately.
• Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and commitments.
• Escalate disputed debts to ensure disputes are promptly resolved.
• Verify the validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from business units and customers.
• Resolve collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, and credit.
• Handle internal and external enquiries related to finance.
• Contribute to managing the Accounts Receivable's relationship with key stakeholders.

Job description

Fixed Term Contract (6 months) Credit Control Assistant

Cambridge (Hybrid working 50/50)

£30,000-£32,000 per annum

Day-to-day of the role:

• Collect customer payments through regular contact via email and telephone.
• Post and allocate customer receipts accurately.
• Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and commitments.
• Escalate disputed debts to ensure disputes are promptly resolved.
• Verify the validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from business units and customers.
• Resolve collections by examining customer payment plans, payment history, and credit.
• Handle internal and external enquiries related to finance.
• Contribute to managing the Accounts Receivable's relationship with key stakeholders.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience within a credit control / accounts receivable environment.
• Good understanding of finance systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong sense of integrity and ability to perform in a time-pressured environment to meet deadlines.
• Highly energetic and self-motivated; capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work shifts.
• An accounting qualification is desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid role, allowing for flexibility.
• Exposure to global financial operations and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.