Credit Controller

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established business in Nottingham is seeking a Credit Controller to join its finance team. The role involves managing customer portfolios, chasing outstanding debts, and ensuring effective processing of orders and payments. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership and add value in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to join a growing, supportive finance team

Secure, long-term career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role is essential.
• Confidence in managing ledgers and resolving payment disputes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet regular deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Chase overdue invoices and manage customer portfolios.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and account queries.
• Work closely with sales and customer service teams to support relationships.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Finance/accounting systems

Job description

Location: Nottingham. 3 days in office, 2 days WFH.
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

An established and fast-paced business in Nottingham is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join its finance team. This is an office-based position offering variety, responsibility, and the chance to play a key role in improving the company's cash flow performance.

You'll work as part of a friendly finance team, managing your own portfolio of customers, proactively chasing outstanding debt, and ensuring the smooth processing of orders and payments. If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership and add value, this is a great opportunity.

Key Duties:

• Chase overdue invoices and ensure timely payments
• Manage and release credit-held customer orders in line with internal guidelines
• Investigate and resolve invoice and account queries
• Maintain accurate customer records and reconcile accounts
• Monitor payment patterns and escalate risk concerns where appropriate
• Work closely with internal teams (sales, customer service, operations) to support customer relationships
• Ensure checks are in place to reduce credit risk and prevent potential fraud

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role (essential)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Excel and familiarity with finance/accounting systems
• Confidence in managing ledgers, reconciling accounts, and handling payment disputes
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet regular deadlines
• A proactive, professional approach to both internal and external relationships

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growing, supportive finance team
• Secure, long-term career development in a successful business