Credit Controller

Universal Business Team; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable business based in a vibrant area of Leeds is seeking a Credit Controller to manage approx. 3,000 accounts. The role involves implementing debt collection strategies, overseeing credit control processes, and maintaining client relationships. Ideal candidates should possess credit control experience and strong financial acumen. The position offers a salary of £28,000 to £30,000 and numerous employee benefits, including a bonus scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Free Breakfast daily

Birthday leave

Annual team building events

Positive team culture

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control with a proven record of reducing aged debt.
• Strong understanding of credit risk assessment and cash flow management.
• Excellent communication skills for interaction with customers and stakeholders.
• Effective negotiation skills for resolving payment disputes.
• Meticulous attention to detail with financial records.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative approach to work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective debt collection strategies.
• Oversee the end-to-end credit control process.
• Process customer card payments efficiently.
• Maintain positive client relationships and address queries.
• Evaluate credit risk and conduct credit checks.
• Generate reports on debtors' aging and collections performance.
• Ensure compliance with financial processes and standards.

Skills

Credit control experience

Financial principles understanding

Verbal communication skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Collaborative work

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Credit Controller on behalf of a very reputable business based in Horsforth, Leeds. This is a very exciting time to join as the company is going on a journey of substantial growth. This is a very rewarding business that really values its employees. As Credit Controller you would be responsible for approx. 3,000 accounts, ranging from small businesses to large corporations and multinational PLCs. You will manage the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts while maintaining positive client relationships.

Duties

• Implement effective debt collection strategies to minimise overdue payments
• Oversee the end-to-end credit control process, including monitoring outstanding invoices, chasing payments, and ensuring queries are dealt with promptly.
• This includes processing customer card payments efficiently and securely and reduce debtor days, utilising both proactive communication and escalation procedures when necessary.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, addressing queries and concerns related to invoices, payments, and credit terms in a professional and courteous manner.
• Evaluate credit risk associated with new and existing clients, conducting thorough credit checks and establishing appropriate credit limits to mitigate financial risk. Generate regular reports on debtors' aging, collections performance, and credit exposure, offering insights and recommendations for optimising cash collection. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, financial processes, and credit control / debt management industry standards. Reconcile the company bank accounts daily, working with the Finance team to resolve any issues or queries. Training will be provided so no previous experience necessary. Support wider Finance activities, both on an ad-hoc and day-to-day basis. Provide cover for other areas of the Finance department as and when necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within credit control and will have proven experience of reducing aged debt.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, including credit risk assessment, cash flow management, and accounting procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Effective negotiation skills to resolve payment disputes while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Meticulous attention to detail in reviewing invoices, reconciling accounts, and identifying discrepancies to ensure accuracy in financial records.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs in a fast-paced construction environment, with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative approach to work, with the ability to work effectively within a cross functional team and support colleagues as needed.

Schedule & Benefits

• Monday- Friday 8am-5pm
• Salary- £28,000- £30,000
• Bonus Scheme offered to all staff (this is based on the overall performance and paid quarterly)
• Free Breakfast every day
• Get your birthday off as an additional holiday
• Annual off-site team building events
• Monthly full team meetings
• A positive team culture. Team Recognition. Team Gifts
• Family Owned – work with people who really care about each other and our customers.
• It’s more than a job, you’re part of the journey.
• Training Opportunities – both in house and external courses