Credit Controller

UBT; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Credit Controller to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This exciting role involves implementing debt collection strategies, overseeing credit control processes, and maintaining positive client relationships. The company values its employees and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and various benefits, including free daily breakfast and additional holiday on your birthday. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a thriving business, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme based on performance

Free breakfast daily

Additional holiday on your birthday

Annual off-site team-building events

Monthly team meetings

Positive team culture with recognition and gifts

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit control with a track record of reducing aged debt.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, including credit risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective debt collection strategies to minimise overdue payments.
• Oversee the end-to-end credit control process, including monitoring outstanding invoices.

Skills

Credit Control Experience

Financial Principles Understanding

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Team Collaboration

Job description

We are recruiting a Credit Controller on behalf of a reputable business based in Horsforth, Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company experiencing substantial growth. The business values its employees highly and offers a rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

1. Implement effective debt collection strategies to minimise overdue payments.
2. Oversee the end-to-end credit control process, including monitoring outstanding invoices, chasing payments, and resolving queries promptly.
3. Process customer card payments efficiently and securely, aiming to reduce debtor days through proactive communication and escalation procedures when necessary.
4. Maintain positive client relationships, addressing invoice, payment, and credit term queries professionally.
5. Evaluate credit risk for new and existing clients, conduct credit checks, and establish credit limits to mitigate financial risk.
6. Generate regular reports on debtors' aging, collection performance, and credit exposure, providing insights and recommendations for cash collection optimization.
7. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
8. Reconcile company bank accounts daily and collaborate with the Finance team to resolve issues.
9. Support wider Finance activities on an ad-hoc basis and provide cover for other departments as needed.

Requirements

1. Proven experience in credit control with a track record of reducing aged debt.
2. Strong understanding of financial principles, including credit risk assessment and cash flow management.
3. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
4. Effective negotiation skills for resolving payment disputes.
5. Meticulous attention to detail in reviewing invoices and reconciling accounts.
6. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
7. Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
8. Collaborative team approach and willingness to support colleagues.

Working Hours

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
• Bonus scheme based on performance, paid quarterly
• Free breakfast daily
• Additional holiday on your birthday
• Annual off-site team-building events
• Monthly team meetings
• Positive team culture with recognition and gifts
• Family-owned business with a caring environment
• Opportunities for training and development