Credit Controller

Sewell Wallis; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (2–3days in the office)

Study support for CICM qualifications

Excellent training and career developm

A supportive, collaborative finance

Genuine impact in international org

Job summary

SewellWallis are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller to join a well-established, global organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This role offers the chance to take ownership of your own sales ledger while building strong customer relationships and supporting business performance.

You will manage collections, resolve queries, and ensure accounts are accurate in a fast-paced environment, with hybrid working and clear opportunities for study support and career

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a Business-to-Business Credit Control position.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• CICM qualifications or studies would be advantageous, although study support is available.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of customer accounts and collecting outstanding debt in line with agreed payment terms.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers through regular communication by phone and email.
• Investigating and resolving invoice and billing queries, working closely with internal departments to achieve timely resolutions.
• Allocating incoming payments accurately and maintaining customer accounts.
• Monitoring aged debt and supporting the reduction of overdue balances and DSO.
• Identifying potential bad debt risks and escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Producing accurate records and supporting reporting activities.
• Managing shared inboxes and carrying out general credit control administration.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider finance function to achieve team targets.

Skills

Credit control

Customer relationships

Communication

Organisation

Independent working

Education

CICM qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: GBP28000 - GBP32000 per annum

SewellWallis are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller to join a well-established, global organisation based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong customer relationships while playing a key role in improving cash flow and supporting business performance.

Working within a collaborative andhigh-performingfinance team, you'll take ownership of your own sales ledger, managing collections, resolving customer queries and ensuring accounts are maintained accurately. This role offers plenty of variety and would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working both independently and as part of a supportive team.

What will you be doing?

• Managing your own portfolio of customer accounts and collecting outstanding debt in line with agreed payment terms.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers through regular communication by phone and email.
• Investigating and resolving invoice and billing queries, working closely with internal departments to achieve timely resolutions.
• Allocating incoming payments accurately and maintaining customer accounts.
• Monitoring aged debt and supporting the reduction of overdue balances andDSO.
• Identifying potential bad debt risks and escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Producing accurate records and supporting reporting activities.
• Managing shared inboxes and carrying out general credit control administration.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider finance function to achieve team targets.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience within a Business-to-Business Credit Control position.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• CICMqualifications or studies would be advantageous, although study support is available.

What's on offer?

• Hybrid working (2–3days in the office).
• Study support forCICMqualifications.
• Excellent training and career development opportunities.
• A supportive, collaborative finance team.
• The opportunity to join a successful international organisation where your contribution will have a genuine impact.