Credit Controller

Hays Accountancy & Finance are supporting a well-established business in recruiting an experienced Credit Controller for a 12-week temp-to-perm opportunity. This is a fantastic role for someone who enjoys taking ownership of a ledger, building customer relationships, and helping to drive cash collection performance.

The Role
You'll be responsible for managing customer accounts, reducing aged debt, maintaining accurate sales ledger records, and ensuring payments are collected within agreed terms.
Key Duties:

Chasing overdue invoices via phone and email
Managing a high-volume customer ledger
Conducting credit checks and setting credit limits
Resolving customer payment queries and disputes
Producing statements, invoices, credit notes and account reconciliations
Allocating cash and processing sales ledger transactions
Monitoring credit risk and minimising bad debt exposure
Supporting legal recovery processes where required
Working closely with internal teams to resolve account issuesAbout You

Previous credit control experience is essential
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Confident managing difficult conversations professionally
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems
Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative teamWhat's on Offer?

£32,000 - £34,000 salary (pro rata)
12-week temporary contract with permanent opportunity
Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Supportive and friendly finance team
Immediate start availableIf you're an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity and are available at short notice, apply today or contact Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.

What you need to do now

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