Your New Role
As the Temporary Credit Controller, you will manage the full credit control process and play a key role in maintaining strong cashflow. You'll work across a mixed customer portfolio, from smaller accounts to high‑value clients, adapting your approach to suit different payment patterns and risk levels. This is a hands‑on role where you'll make an immediate impact.
Key Responsibilities
Managing end‑to‑end credit control across a varied customer base
Proactive cash collection and debt chasing
Processing and allocating customer payments
Handling remittances and maintaining accurate account records
Liaising with the factoring company and credit insurance provider
Completing credit limit checks, account reviews, and credit protection tasks
Monitoring customer risk and escalating issues where appropriate
Supporting the wider finance team with ad‑hoc duties during a transition periodWhat You'll Need to Succeed
Previous experience in credit control
Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with customers at all levels
Ability to manage multiple accounts with varying values and credit behaviours
A proactive, organised, and resilient approachWhat You'll Get in Return
Competitive hourly rate
Exposure to a broad customer portfolio
Supportive and collaborative finance team
Opportunity to make an immediate impact
Potential for the role to become permanent
What you need to do now
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Salary description
£14.00 - £15.00 per hour