Job Description

At Project Better Energy, we're on a mission to make renewable energy accessible to everyone. Project Better Energy takes pride in specialising in all elements of green technology, being the home of Project Solar UK, Project EV, Project CURV, and Project Digital UK. Through working together, our goal is to achieve a carbon net-zero, eco-friendly future by providing high-quality products and services.

As a Credit controller, you'll play a key role in maintaining the company's financial health. You'll be responsible for managing customer credit and collections, ensuring timely payments, minimising overdue accounts, and supporting strong customer relationships. Your work will directly contribute to our cash flow, stability, and continued growth.

Why Project Better Energy?

Salary between 27,000 - 28,000 FTE

Wednesday to Friday 3 days per week working 9am - 5pm

Hybrid - 1 day working from home

20 days holiday including bank holidays

Employee assistance program

Discount platform

Cycle to work scheme

LMS platform to assist career progression and personal development

Pension salary exchange

Enhanced maternity leave

Private Health Care

Mental Health Support

Free eye test

Free Parking

Company Pension

Day to Day

Manage and evaluate new customer credit applications, assessing risk and setting appropriate credit limits in line with company policy.

Proactively manage and recover outstanding debts to maintain strong cash flow and minimise overdue balances.

Reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve invoice or payment issues promptly.

Prepare and present regular debtor and credit risk reports to the finance team and management.

Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, handling payment queries and negotiating repayment plans with tact and diplomacy.

Identify opportunities to streamline credit control processes and contribute to continuous improvement within the finance function.

Liaise with legal partners where necessary to support the recovery of aged debt through formal proceedings.

What will you bring?

Proven experience in a credit control or similar finance role.

Solid understanding of credit risk management and financial processes.

Experience within the renewable energy or utilities sector (advantageous but not essential).

Working knowledge of accounting or ERP systems.

Knowledge of credit control regulations and debt recovery processes.

Strong analytical and risk assessment skills.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities.

Organised and able to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

Proficient in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.

Meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving mindset.

Project Better Energy commitment:

We are committed to fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, equity is prioritised, and inclusion is the norm.

We are committed to building a culture where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 23.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave On-site parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Experience:

Credit Controller : 1 year (required) Similar financial role : 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person