Credit Controller

Premier Work Support; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Credit Controller to join their team in Basildon. This role offers the opportunity to support the Finance Director by implementing and monitoring accounting systems while managing all credit control functions. The ideal candidate will possess proven credit control experience and strong Excel skills, demonstrating problem-solving abilities and a proactive attitude. This temporary to permanent position promises a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact the finance team. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit control and strong Excel skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage credit control duties including chasing customers via phone and email.
• Liaise with colleagues to resolve customer queries in a timely manner.

Skills

Credit Control experience

Microsoft Office products

Excel skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

We are currently seeking a Temporary to Permanent Credit Controller to work for one of our prestigious clients in Basildon.

As the Credit Controller, you will be providing ongoing support to the Finance Director by implementing and monitoring the Accounting Systems, Procedures, Policies, and Projects whilst focusing on all Credit Control functions.

You will be responsible for:

1. Credit Control duties including chasing customers via phone and email
2. Liaising with colleagues to resolve customer queries in a timely manner
3. Maintaining a Customer-receipts report with monies due in
4. Utilising Customer portals to resolve queries, obtain Remits and copy SBIs
5. Coding SBIs and Remits ahead of receipt
6. Maintaining the SL filing system
7. Submitting invoices to customers via email
8. Logging customer debit notes, dealing with queries and raising credit if required
9. Printing invoices, matching delivery notes and submitting for posting
10. Chasing outstanding delivery notes from other departments
11. Confirming sales orders for the projects team to ensure they are correct
12. Raising proforma invoices as required

You will need the following skills:

1. Proven Credit Control experience
2. Able to follow oral and written instructions
3. Good all-round experience with Microsoft Office products with strong Excel skills
4. Experience in a similar manufacturing role is preferable
5. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and reliability
6. Proactive and innovative
7. Able to work effectively on your own and as part of a team, with a positive 'can-do' attitude
8. The ability to prioritise workload
9. The ability to work well and accurately in a time-constrained and pressured environment
10. Good written and verbal communication skills

This is a temporary to permanent position, initially working on a temporary basis for a 12-week period.

The hours are 07:30 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:30 - 13:45 on Fridays.

If you feel that you have the skills and ability for this role, please apply online today.