Credit Controller

Academia Ltd t/a Smartdesc; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gymmembershipcontribution

HealthCash Plan

Increasedannualleave withlengthofservi

Free annual leave on your birthday

Length of service bonus

Free Will Writing service

Job summary

Academia is seeking a Credit Controller in a fast-paced, high-volume finance team. The role focuses on maintaining cash flow by chasing payments, monitoring ledgers and DSOs, and supporting credit decisions. You will liaise with internal teams and customers, ensuring timely payments and accurate accounting.

The ideal candidate has sharp numeracy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently while contributing to the wider Finance function.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced credit control environment.
• Strong numerical and data interpretation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Daily chasing on assigned ledger to ensure timely payments.
• Monitor debtor balances and DSOs within defined targets.
• Process new account applications and conduct credit checks.
• Allocate credit limits as required and reconcile accounts.
• Post cash daily and send weekly reminders and statements.
• Resolve queries promptly and handle payment conversations diplomatically.
• Provide admin support within Credit Control and finance team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Numeracy

Credit control

Time management

Problem solving

Independent worker

MS Office

Tools

Epicor

Xero

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a fast paced, dynamic business. The role would suit someone who is analytical and able to resolve problems independently. The Credit Controller will be liaising with internal teams and external customers to ensure invoices are paid on time and the finance team as a whole functions effectively.

This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment, offering an opportunity for the successful candidate to quickly develop their knowledge and make a positive contribution.

Amongst other tasks, you will be responsible for:

As a Credit Controller, you will play an important role in managing customer accounts, ensuring appropriate credit is available and supporting customers to keep their monthly accounts up to date. You will build positive relationships with customers through regular communication, so strong written and verbal communication skills, a diplomatic approach and the confidence to handle challenging conversations with professionalism and sensitivity will be key.

• Daily chasing on your assigned ledger.
• Closely monitoring debtor account balances and ensuring our Debtor Sales Outstanding (DSO) metric is always within acceptable limits
• Processing new account applications, including conducting credit checks and allocating appropriate credit limits to accounts when required
• Reconciling accounts
• Posting cash to accounts on a daily basis
• Sending reminder letters and statements on a weekly basis
• Dealing with queries and resolving issues as they arise in a timely manner.
• Dealing with finance related tickets, answering calls and taking customer payments as well as other credit control-related administrative duties.
• Administrative support within the Credit Control team, at times this may also include supporting the wider Finance function.

Key Skills:

• Strong attention to detail when managing customer accounts and financial records
• Confident communicating with customers by phone and in writing, including when discussing outstanding payments
• Good understanding of credit control processes, including credit limits, account management and debt collection
• Strong numeracy skills and confidence working with financial information
• Able to prioritise workload, manage multiple accounts and meet payment deadlines
• A professional and diplomatic approach when handling payment queries and challenging conversations
• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve account discrepancies
• Comfortable working independently while also contributing positively to a team
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn finance systems such as Epicor and Xero

Why Academia?

At Academia, we are redefining the landscape of IT services across education, business, public sector and nonprofit sectors. As an innovative and rapidly expanding technology company, we’re not just a supplier—we’re a trusted partner to thousands of clients nationwide.

With over 20 years of expertise, double-digit growth, a team of 300+ professionals and revenues exceeding £150 million in FY26, we’ve earned a reputation as a top-tier IT solutions provider. Our dedication has been recognised with prestigious industry accolades, including the coveted CRN Reseller of the Year award.

Our ethos is simple: by delivering outstanding technology and ensuring it works seamlessly, we empower our clients to maximise their tech investments. Their IT success is our business.

We foster a culture rooted in our people, teamwork, innovation, integrity, ambition and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Backed by Strive Capital since 2020, we’re continuously expanding, exploring new frontiers with a strong financial and strategic foundation.

Our dedicated Lifecycle Services division exemplifies our promise to sustainability, offering comprehensive IT lifecycle solutions that reduce environmental impact.

At Academia, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find an opportunity to be part of one of the UK’s most exciting tech success stories. If you’re passionate about technology, eager to make an impact and ready to grow with a dynamic, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

A sneak peak at some of our employee benefits

• Gymmembershipcontribution
• HealthCash Plan
• Increasedannualleave withlength ofservice
• Free annual leave on your birthday
• Length of service bonus
• Free Will Writing service
• And more!