Credit Controller

RECfinancial; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A large multi-division organisation in the East Midlands is seeking a Credit Controller to join their finance transformation journey. This role offers up to £32,000, hybrid working model after probation, and the opportunity to develop skills within a dynamic team environment. Key responsibilities include managing customer accounts, resolving queries, and enhancing collections processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in credit control and be confident with Excel. Support for AAT or CICM studies is available.

Benefits

Study support for AAT or CICM

Collaborative team culture

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Experience within Credit Control or Accounts Receivable.
• Ability to build relationships quickly.
• Understanding of cash allocation and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of customer accounts and reduce overdue debt.
• Work with finance teams to resolve billing and payment queries.
• Support the cash allocation process and maintain accurate ledgers.

Skills

Credit Control or Accounts Receivable experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Confidence with Excel

Education

AAT or CICM part-qualification

Job description

Credit Controller
Up to £32,000 Permanent Hybrid Working (after probation)
Location: Leicester / Syston

A large, multi-division organisation in Leicestershire is continuing its finance transformation journey and is expanding its Credit and Accounts Receivable team. As part of this growth, they’re looking for Credit Controllers who want to develop their skills within a modern, forward-thinking receivables function.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a newly restructured team that plays a central role in improving cash flow, tightening controls and enhancing the customer experience. The environment is fast‑paced and constantly evolving, offering plenty of variety and the chance to work with different stakeholders across the business.

Managing your own ledger, you’ll take responsibility for reducing aged debt, resolving queries and helping to shape more efficient, consistent processes across collections and allocation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a portfolio of customer accounts and proactively reducing overdue debt
• Working with divisional finance teams to resolve billing and payment queries
• Supporting the cash allocation process and ensuring clean, up-to-date ledgers
• Producing statements, reminders and reconciliations in line with agreed terms
• Assisting with AR reporting and contributing to month‑end activities
• Maintaining accurate debtor records and supporting audit requirements
• Suggesting improvements to strengthen processes and reduce aged debt

What You’ll Bring

• Experience within Credit Control or Accounts Receivable
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships quickly
• Comfortable working with high volumes and managing multiple priorities
• Understanding of cash allocation and reconciliations
• Good attention to detail and a structured, organised approach
• AAT or CICM part‑qualified, or keen to study (with support available)
• Confident with Excel and financial systems

What’s in It for You

• Salary up to £32,000, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working after probation (3–4 office days per week)
• Study support for AAT or CICM
• A supportive, collaborative team culture
• Real opportunities to progress within a wider finance structure