Job Description

Hutcheon Mearns is delighted to be engaged by our client, a well-established and growing business with a reputation for innovation and a stable, supportive finance team, to support their search for a Credit Controller. This is a permanent role based in their Edinburgh office, offering a hybrid working model and a highly competitive salary.

Company Overview

Our client is a market leader in their field and is widely recognised as the go-to organisation for their specialist services. Following a sustained period of year-on-year growth, they are continuing to expand and now wish to strengthen their finance team.

Role Overview

The Credit Controller is responsible for maintaining strong financial controls and ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts to support the cash flow and overall financial health of the organisation. This role involves analysing customer accounts, managing credit risk, and building positive relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients. Working closely with colleagues across the Finance team and wider business, the Credit Controller contributes to accurate reporting, reconciliations, and process improvements within the receivables function.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the end-to-end credit control process, including chasing overdue payments Monitoring customer accounts and setting appropriate credit limits Allocating and reconciling incoming payments Preparing aged debt reports and cash collection forecasts Investigating and resolving invoice or payment queries in a timely manner Supporting month-end close through debtor reporting and journal preparation Assisting with process improvements to enhance cash collection and reduce debtor days

Candidate Profile

We are keen to speak with experienced Credit Controllers who are looking to further develop their careers and continue progressing within a dynamic finance environment.


Proven experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport across teams and with clients Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including vLookups and Pivot Tables Experience using finance systems such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar

What's on Offer

Highly Competitive Salary Hybrid working model (Edinburgh office) Generous benefits package Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking organisation

Next Steps

To apply, please submit your CV or reach out directly to

Ryan Mollins

on LinkedIn or via mobile at

07403 053 993

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Please note:

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and

cannot require visa sponsorship

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Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Wednesday 22 October 2025

Permanent

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