Credit Control - 9 month FTC

Michael Page Finance; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Credit Controller in Reading to manage debtor accounts and safeguard the financial health of a retailer. You will monitor payments, resolve discrepancies, prepare invoices and reminders, maintain accurate records, and liaise with clients to address questions.

You’ll also collaborate with sales and finance teams to support timely cash flow. The role requires experience in credit control or a similar accounting position, strong attention to detail, excellent

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control or a similar accounting role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems.
• An understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage debtor accounts to ensure prompt payments.
• Resolve payment discrepancies and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and updates.
• Prepare and issue invoices, statements, and payment reminders.
• Liaise with clients to address queries and payment concerns.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist in month-end reporting and account reconciliations.
• Contribute to improving credit control processes and systems.

Skills

Credit control experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Negotiation abilities

Financial software proficiency

Accounting principles knowledge

Job description

This Credit Controller role based in Reading focuses on managing and maintaining debtor accounts to ensure timely payments. You'll play a key part in supporting the financial health of the business within the retail industry.

Client Details

An organisation operating in the retail sector in Reading.

Description

• Monitor and manage debtor accounts to ensure prompt payments.
• Resolve payment discrepancies and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and updates.
• Prepare and issue invoices, statements, and payment reminders.
• Liaise with clients to address queries and payment concerns.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure financial accuracy.
• Assist in month-end reporting and account reconciliations.
• Contribute to improving credit control processes and systems.

Profile

A successful Credit Control professional should have:

• Experience in credit control or a similar accounting role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and systems.
• An understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.

Job Offer

• Salary between £28,000 and £32,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.