Credit Controller (6 month FTC)

Epayworldwide; Billericay; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Credit Controller for a fixed-term contract. This hybrid role requires overseeing cash collection, ensuring timely payments, and managing credit limits while working closely with the commercial team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in credit control, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in accounting software. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact financial operations and risk management. This opportunity is perfect for motivated individuals looking to make a significant difference in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a credit controller or in a similar role.
• Experience in a multi-currency environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cash collection and ensure timely payments are received.
• Chase retailers for payment via phone, emails, and meetings.
• Prepare refunds and write-offs for approval by Credit Manager.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Self-motivated

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams)

Accounting Software

Job description

SUMMARY

We are looking to recruit a skilled Credit Controller on a fixed term contract to be solely responsible and oversee cash collection. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely payments are received, working closely with our commercial team and other financial departments and responsible for mitigating financial risk on a temporary basis.

The role is Hybrid working in the office Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and working from home Thursday and Friday each week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily banking and providing allocations to the Treasury Department.
• Create aged debt report daily – keeping the file up to date with latest chaser information.
• Chasing retailers for payment via phone, emails and Microsoft teams meetings.
• Maintaining direct debit collections.
• Credit limit management.
• Onboarding new retailers, performing credit checks and establishing appropriate credit limits.
• Manage and own responsibility for credit limit’s and assessing current exposure. To keep within maximum exposure on daily/weekly basis.
• Identify disputes and queries and follow up for resolution.
• Prepare refunds and write offs with full back up, for approval by Credit Manager.
• Weekly – Report on debtors to Credit Manager and Financial Director.
• Other duties and reporting as assigned.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluent English speaking and writing.
• Proven experience as a credit controller or in a similar role.
• Proficient in accounting software including Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Self-motivated.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience of a multi-currency environment.