You'll be joining a long-established manufacturing and engineering business based in Blackburn, recognised for delivering high-quality products and services to customers across a range of industries throughout the UK and internationally. With a busy finance function and a sizeable customer base, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Credit Controller to support cash collection and customer account management on a temporary assignment for up to 6 months.
Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for a high-volume ledger, ensuring outstanding debt is collected efficiently whilst maintaining excellent relationships with customers.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing and maintaining a large sales ledger
Proactively chasing outstanding debt via telephone and email
Investigating and resolving customer queries and invoice disputes
Allocating customer payments and reconciling accounts
Producing aged debt reports and escalation reports for management
Negotiating payment plans where appropriate
Building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders
Supporting month-end reporting and cash flow management
Reducing debtor days and improving overall collection performance
Working closely with sales, operations and finance teams to resolve account issuesWhat you'll need to succeed
Previous experience in a Credit Control position
Strong communication
Experience managing high-value and high-volume customer accounts
Ability to build rapport with customers whilst maintaining a firm approach
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Available to start at short noticeWhat you'll get in return
Salary equivalent of £30,000
Immediate start available
6-month temporary contract
Free on-site parking
Full-time office-based role
Opportunity to gain experience within a successful and growing manufacturing business
Supportive and collaborative finance team
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Salary description
£15.38 - £15.38 per hour