Job Description

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Credit Controller to join our dedicated team of five, ensuring smooth and efficient financial operations. In this role, you will manage customer accounts by handling overdue invoices, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and releasing held orders. This position requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and a proactive approach to maintaining accurate records and supporting our commitment to outstanding customer service.


You will be responsible for
Chase overdue invoices by telephone, email & letter within agreed timescales Releasing held orders on a daily basis Taking card payments Handle disputed bills to bring payment within the agreed terms and where this fails negotiate repayment plans Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity Carry out account reconciliations Sending customer statements on a weekly basis Put together weekly, fortnightly and monthly direct debit runs Cash posting and allocations Open new accounts and carry out credit checks, filing Taking accounts through the legal process

You will need
Must have experience of working with Credit Insurance Minimum 2 year's experience in credit control Intermediate Excel skills required Excellent communication skills at all levels Strong organisational & time management skills Good knowledge of GDPR and Money Laundering regulations & Privacy Data Knowledge of credit insurance but not vital

About The Company

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.


Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we're a place where Everyone's Welcome.


We know life looks a little different for each of us. That's why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We're proud that Booker is a

Disability Confident Committed

employer and we're committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact

recruitment@bookergroup.com

Please note
We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.
On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.
Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco
For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk
What's in it for you
Employee discounts after 3 months, such as: A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year. A Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases. 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals throughout the year. * Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.