Credit Controller

Bailey Partnership; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Bailey Partnership in Plymouth is seeking a full-time Credit Controller to join our finance team. You will own the end-to-end credit control process, pursue overdue invoices in line with terms, and support multi-site billing with accuracy.

The ideal candidate has experience in credit control or sales ledger, excellent organizational and communication skills, and can work independently. Knowledge of Xero is a bonus, with training provided to the right person.

Qualifications

• Experience in a credit control, sales ledger, or billing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication skills in writing and speaking.
• High accuracy and discretion in handling financial data.

Responsibilities

• Proactive credit control to pursue overdue invoices and resolve bottlenecks.
• Billing management for multiple sites and timely queries handling.
• Onboard new clients, perform credit checks, and maintain ledgers.
• Collaborate with the team and deputise as needed during absences.

Skills

Credit control experience

Sales ledger

Billing processes

Organisation & time management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Xero

Job description

Credit Controller - Plymouth - Full Time

Are you detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about numbers? Do you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, and you can truly take ownership of your work?

Bailey Partnership is an award-winning, multidisciplinary consultancy looking for a full-time, experienced Credit Controller to join our growing finance team.

Why Join Us?

Established in 1971 and operating from 14 offices across the UK and Europe, we are a Building Top 150 consultancy. We offer everything from Architecture, Surveying, and Engineering to Project Management and Town Planning.

At Bailey Partnership, our ethos is simple: efficiency, flexibility, accessibility, and passion. We build meaningful, enduring relationships with our clients and industry partners through a continuous pursuit of excellence—powered by a highly motivated, supportive, and friendly team.

What Does Doing Things the \"Bailey Partnership Way\" Mean?

We’re a team that believes in jumping in with both feet. The ideal candidate for this role is someone who:

• Loves Agility: You enjoy a dynamic environment where priorities can shift, and you’re comfortable adapting your to-do list with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Rolls Up Their Sleeves: You’re not afraid to dive into the details, streamline end-to-end processes, or step in to support colleagues when needed.
• Is Confident & Personable: You bring confidence to credit control and client communication, balancing tenacity with warmth to build great relationships.
• Takes Ownership: You’re a natural self-starter who works well independently, proactively identifies improvements, and takes pride in a job well done.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactive Credit Control: Build strong rapport with clients to facilitate timely payments, resolve query bottlenecks, and pursue overdue invoices in line with terms.
• Billing Management: Administer multi-site billing processes and serve as a reliable primary point of contact for billing queries.
• Client Onboarding & Ledger Care: Set up new client accounts, perform credit checks, raise accurate invoices/credits, and maintain clean filing/archiving systems.
• Team Collaboration: Drive process improvements, adapt to ad-hoc accounting tasks, and comfortably step in/deputise for colleagues during absences.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in a credit control, sales ledger, or billing environment.
• Outstanding organizational skills—you naturally prioritize, meet deadlines, and stay calm under pressure.
• Clear, professional, and friendly communication skills (written and spoken).
• High accuracy, keen attention to detail, and a trustworthy, discreet approach.
• Familiarity with accounting software like Xero is a bonus (though full training is provided!).
• A flexible, optimistic mindset and natural problem-solving ability.

For more information, please speak to our Talent Acquisition Manager, Rachel Gilchrist at [e-mail]

*STRICTLY NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES. ALL SPECULATIVE CVs WILL BE SEEN AS A GIFT*