Credit Controller

Our client, a family-owned FMCG supplier, is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their growing finance team to play a pivotal role in managing the collection of B2B debt. You will manage a portfolio of accounts and work alongside another Credit Controller.
This is a fast-paced role, and you will be reporting into the Finance Manager. Previous experience of working within a manufacturing environment is desirable, as well as knowledge of Sage 50 accountancy software.

• £25,000 - £28,000 dependent upon experience
• Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm (30 minutes for lunch 40 hour working week)
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Statutory pension
• On-site car parking
• Please note that this is an office-based role

Duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee the end-to-end credit control process in your ledger, from order to cash
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer accounts, promptly allocating payments, credit terms and reconciling discrepancies
• Monitor and manage the credit risk associated with clients, conducting credit assessments and implementing appropriate credit limits
• Work closely with the sales and account management teams to provide guidance on credit terms and resolve any billing or payment-related queries
• Check Customer Credit Rating

Skills and experience required:

• Minimum of 2 years previous Credit Control experience in a fast-paced environment, preferably within manufacturing
• Previous experience of B2B debt collection and managing a portfolio of clients
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience of using accounting software packages (Sage)
• Strong excel skills (pivot tables and VLOOKUP s desirable)