Credit Controller

Marc Daniels; Colnbrook; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Marc Daniels in the Heathrow area is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their busy finance team. You will manage a portfolio of around 350 sales ledger accounts, ensure credit procedures are followed and aged debt targets are met.

The role requires strong communication and negotiation skills, meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, organised approach. You will chase overdue debt, issue statements, and support the wider credit control team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control or a similar finance role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident handling of difficult conversations professionally.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload.
• Proactive, organised and solutions‑focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer credit limits, conduct periodic reviews and recommend actions.
• Achieve quarterly aged debtor targets across multiple ledgers.
• Issue month‑end statements and provide copy invoices promptly.
• Proactively chase overdue debt via phone and written communication.
• Take STOP action where necessary and issue 7‑day legal notices.
• Escalate cases to senior credit staff for legal action when required.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve account queries efficiently.
• Support the wider credit control team with additional duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Proactive

Job description

Credit Controller

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

Location: Heathrow / Slough area

Industry: Commercial / Automotive / Logistics

A well‑established organisation in the Heathrow area is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships, and takes pride in maintaining a healthy ledger.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of approximately 350 sales ledger accounts, ensuring credit procedures are followed, and aged debt targets are consistently achieved. You’ll play a key role in protecting the business from financial risk through effective credit limit management and proactive debt recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage customer credit limits, conduct periodic reviews, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Achieve quarterly aged debtor targets across multiple ledgers.
• Issue month‑end statements and provide copy invoices promptly.
• Proactively chase overdue debt via phone and written communication.
• Take STOP action where necessary and issue 7‑day legal notices.
• Escalate cases to senior credit staff for legal action when required.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to resolve account queries efficiently.
• Support the wider credit control team with additional duties as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in credit control or a similar finance role.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Confident handling difficult conversations professionally.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload.
• A proactive, organised, and solutions‑focused approach.

What’s on Offer

• Full training and ongoing development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to broaden skills and work with new systems.
• Occasional external training (may include short overnight stays).

If you’re a motivated Credit Controller looking for your next challenge in the Heathrow area, this role offers stability, development, and the chance to make a real impact within a busy finance function.