Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant – On‑Site, Sheffield

Shillito Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shillito Group in Sheffield is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its on-site team. The role blends customer credit control with day-to-day accounts support, including invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks.

You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts and reduce overdue debt. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in credit control and accounts administration, with numeracy and organisational skills, and a working

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control and general accounts administration.
• AAT or equivalent accounting qualification desirable or working towards one.
• Excellent numeracy and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation with customers and internal teams.
• Proficient with accounting software and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer accounts and proactively chase overdue invoices to reduce days sales outstanding.
• Prepare and issue invoices, credit notes and customer statements accurately and promptly.
• Allocate customer receipts and reconcile bank transactions and ledgers.
• Support month-end close with account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries.
• Maintain accurate credit records and raise queries where needed.

Skills

Credit control

Accounts administration

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Shillito Group in Sheffield is seeking an organised Credit Controller & Accounts Assistant to join its on-site team. The role blends customer credit control with day-to-day accounts support, including invoicing, payment allocation and month-end tasks.

You will work closely with the finance team to maintain accurate accounts and reduce overdue debt. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in credit control and accounts administration, with numeracy and organisational skills, and a working