Credit Controller

Huntress - Bracknell; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible/hybrid working

Pension

Private health benefits

Paid volunteering days

Job summary

Huntress is seeking an experienced Credit Controller for remote working with the requirement to attend the Sheffield office at least one day per month. The role sits in a professional services environment and focuses on cash collection across an aged debt portfolio.

You will build strong client relationships, drive timely collections and support the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties in a busy, collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control and debt collection.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with clients.
• Ability to prioritise a heavy workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of aged debt and driving collections.
• Chasing balances by phone, email, letters and statements.
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve queries and maximise cash collection.
• Attending aged debt reviews and providing updates on outstanding matters.
• Maintaining records and commentary on collection activity.
• Logging and following up queries through to resolution.
• Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Credit control

Telephone communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Teams

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Credit Controller - Remote working but must be able to attend the office in Sheffield a minimum of one day per month

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Credit Controller to join the finance team of a well-established, highly regarded professional services organisation.

Working as part of a busy and supportive team, you will take ownership of a portfolio of aged debt, building strong client relationships and ensuring outstanding balances are collected efficiently and professionally.

The Role

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of aged debt and proactively driving collections
• Chasing outstanding balances by telephone, email, letters and statements
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to resolve queries and maximise cash collection
• Attending regular aged debt reviews and providing updates on outstanding matters
• Maintaining accurate records and detailed commentary on collection activity
• Logging and following up queries through to resolution
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc duties as required

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous Credit Control experience
• Confidence and professionalism when dealing with clients by telephone
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach
• The ability to manage a busy workload, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook and Teams
• Experience within a professional services, legal or regulated environment would be advantageous

What's on Offer?

As well as joining a friendly and inclusive finance team, you'll benefit from a comprehensive package including 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, flexible/hybrid working, pension, private health benefits, paid volunteering days and a range of well being initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller looking to join a professional organisation that genuinely values its people and offers a supportive working environment.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.