Senior Credit Controller

Rec Financial; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known Leicester-based business is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Credit Controller to manage credit risks and ensure timely payments. This full-time permanent role offers a supportive environment and a salary between £33,000 and £35,000, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

Flexible start and finish times

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a credit control role.
• High level of understanding of credit control principles.
• Ability to handle difficult conversations with clients.

Responsibilities

• Raise credit notes and amend billing discrepancies.
• Identify and assess credit risks.
• Proactively collect payments from clients.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Self-motivation

Education

Part Qualified (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

RECfinancial are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Credit Controller to join a well-known Leicester-based business. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working option.

Main Responsibilities of the Senior Credit Controller role:

1. Raise credit notes and amend billing discrepancies to support timely and accurate payments.
2. Identify and assess credit risks, escalating issues where necessary to mitigate potential financial exposure.
3. Proactively collect payments from both private and public sector clients through phone and email communication.
4. Ensure invoices are sent to the correct contacts and that internal procedures are followed, including issuing monthly statements and monitoring shared inboxes and client portals.
5. Investigate and resolve queries related to billing reconciliations, purchase orders, portal issues, and invoicing errors.
6. Liaise effectively with project managers and team leads to drive prompt issue resolution and facilitate timely payments, while maintaining clear records of all interactions.
7. Maintain a comprehensive database of client contacts and monitor credit limits.
8. Record payment promises and remittance advice daily, contributing to accurate cash forecasting and reporting.

Ideal Qualities of the Senior Credit Controller

• A high level of understanding of credit control principles and practices, ideally with a background in the industry.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a credit control role.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle difficult conversations with clients professionally.
• A solid understanding of cash forecasting and credit risk.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skills and Experience:

• Part Qualified (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organised, flexible, enthusiastic, and self-motivated.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

What They Can Offer for the Senior Credit Controller:

• Salary of £33,000 - £35,000.
• Flexible start and finish times.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. Apply through the website, or contact Tracey Ball at 0116 3501547 / 07398 716656, or email [e-mail].

Please note we are unable to accept candidates without UK experience or those requiring sponsorship.