Credit Controller

Radar Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a diligent Credit Controller to join their team in Borehamwood. In this fully office-based role, you will manage and reduce outstanding debts by contacting customers and suppliers to follow up on overdue invoices. The ideal candidate should have prior credit control experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in accounting software and Excel. This position offers the potential for part-time capabilities for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Confidence in making regular phone calls for overdue payments.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Proactively contact customers and suppliers to chase overdue payments.
• Monitor the aged debt report and ensure timely follow-up actions.
• Maintain accurate records of all communications in the accounting system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoice disputes.
• Provide updates to management on debt recovery status.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Negotiation skills

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a diligent and confident Credit Controller to join a fast growing, international business based in Borehamwood.

This is a fully office based role, working 5 days per week on a permanent basis. There is also the potential for this role to be considered on a part time basis for the right candidate.

About the role:

The Credit Controller will play a key role in managing and reducing outstanding debt by proactively contacting customers and suppliers to follow up on overdue invoices. This role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. You will be a vital part of ensuring healthy cash flow and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.

Key responsibilities for Credit Controller role will involve the following:

• Proactively contact customers and suppliers by phone and email to chase overdue payments and resolve outstanding debts.
• Monitor the aged debt report and ensure timely follow-up actions are taken to reduce overdue balances.
• Maintain accurate records of all communications and payment commitments in the accounting system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve invoice disputes or queries that may delay payments.
• Provide regular updates to management on debt recovery status and accelerate problem accounts as necessary.

The ideal candidate for the Credit Controller role will have the following background:

• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable, preferably within a fast-paced or customer-facing environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with confidence in making regular phone calls to customers and suppliers regarding overdue payments.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and keep accurate records of all interactions.
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel, with the ability to quickly learn internal systems and processes.