Credit Controller

Tetra Tech Europe; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech Europe in Leeds is seeking a highly organized Credit Controller to join a high-performing team. You will manage the sales ledger, collect debt on terms, resolve queries, and support cash flow, risk reduction, and compliant reporting.

The hybrid role requires strong Excel and Word skills; CICM study is desirable, with experience in B2B credit control. You will collaborate across internal teams and client accounts, with regular office presence 2–3 days per week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in busy, process-driven credit control.
• Strong Excel and Word skills.
• Experience in B2B credit control.

Responsibilities

• Manage Sales Ledger and collect debt to terms.
• Allocate cash and reconcile payments.
• Produce reports and assist in dispute management.
• Identify risks and support reduction of DSO.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients.

Skills

Excel

Word

Education

CICM study

Job description

Join a high‑performing team where your credit control expertise will directly support cash flow, reduce risk, and help keep operations running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, confident professional with a technical mindset to make a real impact in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

This role sits within a successful Credit Control team and focuses on managing a Sales Ledger, collecting debt to agreed terms, resolving queries, allocating cash, and supporting the reduction of DSO and aged debt. You will work across internal teams and external clients, maintaining accurate records and contributing to effective reporting, dispute management, and compliance activities.

Your Impact in this position

You will play a key part in achieving individual and team cash targets, building strong working relationships, and ensuring the timely resolution of issues. Your attention to detail, proactive approach, and ability to manage priorities will help protect cash flow and strengthen customer engagement.

5 Core Capabilities

• Cash Collection: Drive timely debt recovery through professional phone and email contact, while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Query & Dispute Resolution: Investigate, track and resolve billing issues efficiently, escalating where needed to minimise delays.
• Financial Administration: Process and allocate cash receipts accurately, manage mailboxes, and support wider credit control administration.
• Risk Awareness: Identify potential bad debt exposure early and contribute to informed decision-making through accurate reporting.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work confidently with internal and external stakeholders, sharing updates clearly and supporting team goals.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

CICM study is desirable, and educational support will be available. You’ll also bring strong Excel and Word skills, excellent communication, and experience in a busy, process‑driven credit control environment. Must have experience in Business‑to‑Business (B2B) credit control.

Working Environment

This is a hybrid role, with regular office presence 2 – 3 days a week expected to support team collaboration and effective delivery. Flexible working may be available depending on business needs and location.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.