Temporary Credit Controller

Oakley Hill; Walton-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established international retail business is seeking a Senior Credit Controller for an interim role. This position involves developing strong customer relationships to ensure timely collection of payments and managing aged debt effectively. The successful candidate will work independently, improve cash flow, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to minimize late payments. With a focus on communication and negotiation, this role offers hybrid working arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make an impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Credit Control with strong IT skills.
• Ability to build relationships and manage customer accounts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Chase outstanding debts from national and international customers.
• Handle account queries and deliver monthly reporting on debts.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Independence

Tools

SAP

Enterprise Accounting Packages

Job description

Our client is an established international retail business with a strong brand and a unique product range. They are currently seeking a proven Senior Credit Controller to join on an initial 3 month interim contract. The Senior Credit Controller will develop strong working relationships with customers to ensure timely and efficient collection of outstanding payments, working to clear aged debt and ensuring further payments are made within agreed credit terms.

This is a standalone Credit Control position, reporting directly to the Financial Controller and will involve frequent interaction with other senior stakeholders in the business. Day-to-day tasks will include:

1. Improving cash flow by chasing outstanding debts from national and international customers
2. Handling account queries including credit claims & rebates, investigating cases and establishing correct actions are implemented for resolution
3. Conducting regular meetings with relevant departments and business leaders to minimise issues resulting in late payment
4. Deliver reporting on debts over 90 days on a monthly basis, taking further action via legal department as necessary

In addition to previous experience in a similar Credit Control position, the successful applicant will be strong with IT and systems, preferably with some experience in using SAP or a similar enterprise accounting package.

Candidates will also require:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with customers
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

This is a full time, interim position offering hybrid working (circa 3 days per week in their office, based in Bracknell, Berkshire).