Credit Controller

ASA Recruitment; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established distributor in Kirkcaldy is seeking an experienced Credit Controller for a temporary role that may become permanent. This office-based position requires managing credit control processes and maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have strong sales ledger skills and experience with accounting systems, particularly Great Plains. Attractive compensation and a supportive team await the right individual.

Benefits

Potential for a permanent position

Excellent benefits

On-the-job training

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a credit control/sales ledger role.
• High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.
• Confident using accounting systems; GP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the sales ledger.
• Process invoices and credit notes.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Monitor incoming payments and ensure proper allocation.
• Perform debtor control duties and follow up on overdue accounts.

Skills

Sales ledger skills

Numerical accuracy

Ability to meet deadlines

Experience with accounting systems

Tools

Great Plains (GP)

Job description

Credit Controller - Temporary (Potential Temp-to-Perm)
Location: Kirkcaldy (Office-Based)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:30 (1-hour lunch break)
Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Temporary (Could become permanent for the right candidate)

Are you an experienced Credit Controller with strong sales ledger skills? We're working with a well-established and reputable distributor based in Kirkcaldy, who are seeking a reliable and driven individual to join their finance team.

About the Role
This is a full-time, office-based role where you'll play a key part in managing the company's credit control processes and maintaining accurate financial records. It's a fast-paced environment that offers excellent development potential for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities
Maintain and update the sales ledger

Process invoices and credit notes

Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies (e.g., shortages, delivery issues)

Allocate receipts to invoices using GP (Great Plains)

Post stock returns and reconcile accounts

Monitor incoming payments and ensure they are allocated correctly

Perform debtor control duties and follow up on overdue accounts

Open new customer accounts and conduct credit checks

Send out customer statements

Support month-end close processes, including Aged Debtor reconciliation

Assist with cashflow forecasting, LTA, and royalties reporting

What We're Looking For
Previous experience in a credit control/sales ledger role

Comfortable working to tight deadlines in a busy setting

High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy

Confident using accounting systems (GP experience preferred)

A team player who is flexible and willing to support other functions when needed

What's in it for You
Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 DOE (may be flexible for the right person)

Office-based in Kirkcaldy, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Potential for a permanent position

Excellent benefits and on-the-job training

Supportive and professional working environment

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to bring their credit control experience into a long-term role with future potential.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland's largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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