Credit Controller

You will be working for a well-established and rapidly growing organisation with exciting plans.  This will be a 9-month fixed term contact with potential for it to be extended.

Job Description

As a credit controller you will be reporting into the credit manager, your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Proactively chasing outstanding payment via telephone ensuring monies are paid within the payment terms
• Manage direct debit returns ensure repayment is made
• Building client relationships
• Resolving any account or invoicing queries
• You’ll reconcile customers payments and resolve any related queries to ensure an accurate accounts receivable ledger is always maintained                                                                                    
• You’ll maintain the UK customer master data and release blocked orders
• Bank reconciliations
• Using credit reference agencies to review customer credit limits
• Manage unallocated cash on customer accounts
• Monthly ledger review and reporting on all bad debt

The Successful Credit Controller will have the following skills:

• Previous credit control experience
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a high value market
• Previous experience of financial analysis would be beneficial
• Accountancy qualification or working towards a qualification is advantageous
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Methodical and organised, with the ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels
• Self-motivated and able to use initiative
• Flexible attitude and the ability to work successfully in a close team environment
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Previous experience of SAP is advantageous
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills Experience of using credit reference agencies
• Good IT and excel skills

If you think you could be right for this Credit Control position or would like to find out more please contact Hannah on hannahp@kpir.co.uk