Credit Controller (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Michael Page Finance; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking a Credit Controller in Gloucester to manage day-to-day credit control activities, review accounts and contact customers regarding outstanding balances. This six-month fixed-term contract emphasizes accurate record-keeping and timely payments, with the possibility of extension or permanent role based on performance.

You will work closely with the Accounting & Finance team to maintain organised records and ensure clear communication of payment commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience of credit control and managing customer payment follow-up.
• Confidence reviewing account information and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers about outstanding balances on the phone.
• Experience recording payment commitments and follow-up actions.
• Good attention to detail when updating customer account notes.
• Ability to manage day-to-day credit control tasks in an organised way.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day credit control activities to support timely customer payments.
• Review customer account information and keep records accurate and up to date.
• Contact customers regarding outstanding balances and agree practical next steps.
• Follow up on payment commitments and record outcomes clearly.
• Maintain clear notes on customer communications for the Accounting & Finance team.
• Identify overdue balances and raise them with the relevant internal contacts.
• Help keep credit control records organised throughout the six-month fixed-term contract.

Skills

Credit control experience

Phone communication

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Organisation

Job description

As a Credit Controller you will manage credit control activity within the Business Services sector and help maintain accurate customer account records. You will work closely with the Accounting & Finance department to keep payment processes organised during this fixed-term contract.

Client Details

The organisation operates in the Business Services industry in Gloucester.

Description

• Manage day-to-day credit control activities to support timely customer payments.
• Review customer account information and keep records accurate and up to date.
• Contact customers regarding outstanding balances and agree practical next steps.
• Follow up on payment commitments and record outcomes clearly.
• Maintain clear notes on customer communications for the Accounting & Finance team.
• Identify overdue balances and raise them with the relevant internal contacts.
• Help keep credit control records organised throughout the six-month fixed-term contract.

Profile

A successful 'Credit Controller' should have:

• Experience of credit control and managing customer payment follow-up.
• Confidence reviewing account information and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers about outstanding balances - especially on the phone!
• Experience recording payment commitments and follow-up actions.
• Good attention to detail when updating customer account notes.
• Ability to manage day-to-day credit control tasks in an organised way

Job Offer

• Fixed-term contract for six months - potential for extension or permanent role after.
• Salary of £27,000 to £30,000. dependent on the level of experience.
• Based in Gloucester.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.