Credit Control

Michael Page are hiring for an experienced Credit Controller in Basildon for this leading Technology business. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with proven experience in this field and has a passion for Credit Control and Collections to take ownership of a the ledger.

Client Details

This organisation operates within the Technology sector and is market leading in it's field. This is a growing SME with coverage across Europe and offers a focused and collaborative environment within accounts function.

Description

• Maintain accurate records of customer accounts and outstanding balances.
• Manage credit control and escalate problem accounts where necessary
• Monitor aged debt reports and follow up with customers to collect outstanding payments via phone and email
• Send out customer statements
• Assess and approve new customer credit applications by performing credit checks and setting credit limits
• Provide excellent customer service while maintaining professional credit control practices
• Maintain the Debtors Reports with accurate records of all collection activity and correspondence
• Escalate complex or high-value debt issues to the Team Leader when necessary
• Perform reconciliations of customer accounts in the event of a query
• Ensure customer contracts are accurately maintained and checked
• Raise and issue accurate sales invoices in a timely manner
• Investigate and resolve invoice disputes and customer payment issues
• Liaise with internal departments (Sales, Operations, Internal Sales) to resolve billing-related issues
• Support month-end close processes
• Recommend and support improvements to credit control processes to reduce risk and improve efficiency
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, financial procedures, and GDPR regulations
• Other ad hoc finance administration duties

Profile

A successful Credit Control professional should have:

• Proven experience in a credit control and collections environment
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well across other departments
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £32,000 per annum.
• Opportunities to grow within the accounting and finance department.
• 25 days annual leave + BH
• Healthcare and various retail discounts
• Additional benefits to be discussed upon offer.

Don't delay. Apply now! Interviews next week.