Credit Controller Bookkeeper

4Front Recruitment Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

4Front Recruitment Limited is seeking a Credit Controller / Bookkeeper for an office-based role in Swindon. The role offers flexible part-time hours (three days per week) with consideration for full-time, and involves taking ownership of bookkeeping records and credit control using Sage 50.

You will manage overdue payments, prepare aged debtor reports, liaise with customers and suppliers, and support day-to-day financial administration while maintaining accuracy and integrity in a friendly team.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping and credit control.
• Good working knowledge of Sage 50.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Confident communication with customers and suppliers.
• Excellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach with high integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bookkeeping records using Sage 50.
• Manage credit control and follow up overdue payments.
• Prepare aged debtor reports and support payment runs.
• Handle day-to-day accounts administration and financial record-keeping.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers by telephone and email.

Skills

Credit control

Bookkeeping

Microsoft Office

Excel

Customer relationships

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Credit Controller / Bookkeeper

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Salary: £28,000–£32,000 FTE (£16,800–£19,200 pro rata for three days per week)
Job Type: Permanent | Part-time (Full-time considered) | Office-based

Looking for a part-time Credit Controller / Bookkeeper role with genuine flexibility?

We're recruiting for an established engineering and manufacturing SME in the Swindon area, looking for an experienced finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, getting stuck in and being part of a friendly team.

The role has traditionally been three days per week, but there's flexibility. Whether you'd prefer Tuesday to Thursday, shorter hours spread across the week or a full-time position, the business is happy to consider different arrangements.

What's on offer?

• £28,000–£32,000 FTE, depending on experience
• £16,800–£19,200 per annum based on three-fifths of full-time hours
• Part-time hours with flexibility, or full-time considered
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Varied responsibilities with the freedom to manage your workload
• Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the business

What will you be doing?

As the Credit Controller / Bookkeeper, your initial focus will be bringing historical bookkeeping records up to date using Sage 50.

• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records using Sage 50
• Managing credit control, following up overdue payments and maintaining positive customer relationships
• Preparing aged debtor reports and supporting payment runs using established manual processes
• Handling day-to-day accounts administration and financial record-keeping
• Liaising confidently with customers and suppliers by telephone and email

What are we looking for?

We're looking for an experienced Credit Controller / Bookkeeper who enjoys working independently and appreciates the variety of a smaller business.

• Previous experience in bookkeeping and credit control
• Good working knowledge of Sage 50
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Confident communication skills, particularly when dealing with customers and suppliers
• Excellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detail
• A proactive approach, with high levels of integrity, confidentiality and a willingness to learn

Above all, you'll be approachable, dependable and happy to roll up your sleeves. You'll enjoy being part of a supportive team where everyone works together.

Working hours

• Part-time: Three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
• Full-time: Five days per week

This is an office-based position in the Swindon area, with working hours agreed to suit both the successful candidate and the business.