Credit Controller

Hays; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing specialist in Blackburn is seeking a proactive Credit Controller to join their finance team. The role involves managing receivables, issuing invoices, and supporting monthly financial processes. Applicants should have prior credit control experience and strong numeracy skills, to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Supportive finance team environment

Dedicated recruitment consultant support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Knowledge of UK VAT rules and general accounting principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage company's receivables, ensuring prompt collection of payments.
• Raise and issue customer invoices, monitor overdue balances.
• Prepare monthly debtor reports and support credit control procedures.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

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Base pay range

Your new company
Hays is partnering with a well-established and respected manufacturing specialist based in Blackburn. Known for their innovation and excellence within the industry, this company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Credit Controller to support their finance team. This is a permanent opportunity, ideal for someone looking to make an immediate impact and grow within a dynamic business.
Your new role

• As a Credit Controller, you will play a vital role in managing the company's receivables and ensuring the prompt collection of outstanding payments.
• You will be responsible for raising and issuing customer invoices in a timely manner, monitoring customer accounts to identify overdue balances, and reconciling incoming payments with corresponding invoices.
• You'll maintain and update the accounts receivable ledger, handle customer queries, and resolve any payment discrepancies.
• Additionally, you will prepare monthly debtor reports and account statements, support credit control procedures such as issuing reminders and final notices, and assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensuring adherence to internal controls and financial compliance policies will also be a key part of your role.

What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you'll need the following qualities:

• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable
• Strong numeracy skills and proficiency in Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Experience with SAP is desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of UK VAT rules and general accounting principles

What you'll get in return

• You will receive a competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000 along with the opportunity to join a leading name in the manufacturing industry.
• You'll become part of a supportive and experienced finance team, gaining valuable exposure in a dynamic environment.
• Dedicated support from your personal recruitment consultant, who will guide you every step of the way.
• 28 days annual leave.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Accounting

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