Credit Controller

Rutherford Briant; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. Responsibilities include maintaining customer relationships, managing credit control activities, and ensuring smooth cash flow. The ideal candidate will have experience in credit control and excellent communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 plus an annual bonus, with opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Ability to manage relationships and resolve disputes professionally.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all credit control activity.
• Work closely with team leader to resolve account issues.
• Maintain strong working relationships with customers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Do you enjoy building relationships and speaking with different people every day? Are you looking to join a well-established manufacturing business in Ipswich with a strong reputation and real opportunities to develop your career?

We’re recruiting for a permanent, full-time experienced Credit Controller to work within a busy, supportive finance team. No two days will be the same, and you’ll play a key role in maintaining excellent customer relationships while ensuring smooth cash flow for the business.

Paying up to £35,000 with an annual bonus as well!!

Responsibilities

• Accurately record all credit control activity, including chasing and payment commitments
• Work closely with your team leader to resolve any account issues effectively
• Support colleagues with their workload when required
• Reduce overdue debts through proactive follow-up and communication
• Oversee the set-up of new customer accounts, including credit limit approvals and monitoring
• Maintain strong working relationships with customers and internal teams
• Escalate issues promptly when necessary
• Collaborate with operational departments to support business needs
• Assist managers with occasional ad-hoc finance projects
• Prepare and present updates to stakeholders clearly and concisely
• Complete daily bank reconciliations
• Provide cover and support for other finance assistant roles when needed

Requirements

• Proven experience in credit control or accounts receivable roles.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage relationships and resolve disputes professionally.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to work effectively with internal departments and escalate concerns where necessary.
• The opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team within a growing business.
• A role where your input directly contributes to client satisfaction and company performance.
• Ongoing training and development support to help you progress in your career.

If you're ready to take the next step in your credit control career, apply today and join a business where your skills truly matter.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.