Credit Controller

Cedar; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar in Kenley, South London is seeking a hands-on Credit Controller on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on clearing legacy debt, supporting process improvements, and day-to-day credit control duties across internal stakeholders and customers.

You will manage aged debt, perform invoicing and reconciliations, chase overdue payments, and contribute to continuous improvement within finance. Candidates should have at least four years in credit control or accounts receivable,

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in Credit Control or accounts receivable.
• Strong understanding of credit control processes and debt management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle is essential

Responsibilities

• Manage and clear legacy debt, working with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve outstanding accounts.
• Assist in implementing new credit control processes to improve efficiency and reporting.
• Perform day-to-day credit control activities, including invoicing, account reconciliation, and collections.
• Monitor aged debt, chase overdue payments, and escape issues where required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.

Skills

Credit control

Debt management

Cash collection

Communication skills

Negotiation

Job description

Location: Kenley, South London (2 days a week, 3 days from home)
Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 per annum
Contract: 12m Fixed Term Contract

*PLEASE NOTE: To be successful for this role you must live within a commutable distance from Knockholt and hold a full driving licence with access to a vehicle. Candidates who do not meet this criteria will not be contacted.

We are currently partnering with a fast-growing, acquisitive organisation to appoint a Credit Controller.

This is a hands-on Credit Control position with a strong focus on clearing legacy debt, alongside supporting process improvements and general day-to-term credit control duties. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and customers to improve cash collection and strengthen credit processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and clear legacy debt, working with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve outstanding accounts.
• Assist in implementing new credit control processes to improve efficiency and reporting.
• Perform day-to-day credit control activities, including invoicing, account reconciliation, and collections.
• Monitor aged debt, chase overdue payments, and escape issues where required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 4 years experience in Credit Control or accounts receivable roles.
• Strong understanding of credit control processes and debt management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle is essential