Job Description

Company Description
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.
SGS's Head Office supports global operations by driving strategy, innovation, and governance across all business lines, ensuring consistent quality, compliance, and performance worldwide.

• Job Title: Credit Controller
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Ellesmere Port
• Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Salary: 23,000

We're looking for a Credit Controller to help keep our accounts running smoothly. In this role, you'll liaise with our Global Business Service (GBS) team to maintain accurate accounts receivable records, resolve payment queries, and keep cash flow on track.
What you'll do:

• Chase overdue invoices via phone, email, and letter to meet targets.
• Process and issue receipts for payments and credit card transactions.
• Monitor unapplied payments and ensure AR ledgers are up to date.
• Support invoice and credit note production, cheque banking, and Oracle system queries.
• Assist with credit checks, data updates, and legal debt recovery actions where needed.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.

Qualifications
What you'll bring:

• Administration experience, ideally within a financial department.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong attention to detail.
• Clear, proactive communication skills to resolve queries quickly and professionally.

Additional Information
At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.