Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Credit Controller to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's credit control processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, and maintaining positive relationships with clients. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your accounting skills within a dynamic organisation committed to financial integrity and customer service excellence. The ideal applicant will have experience with various accounting software programmes and a strong understanding of accounts payable procedures.

Responsibilities

Monitor and manage the company's accounts receivable ledger to ensure prompt collection of outstanding invoices Contact clients via phone, email, or letter to follow up on overdue payments and negotiate payment plans where necessary Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies efficiently to minimise bad debts Maintain accurate records of all credit control activities within the accounting system Collaborate closely with the sales and finance teams Assist with month-end closing procedures related to accounts receivable and sales ledger Support the sales ledger process Managing automated and manual invoicing across multiple systems. Setting up, maintaining and updating customer accounts and invoicing schedules. Resolving invoicing errors and raising credit notes when required. Ensuring revenue is accurately recorded and fully reconciled. Liaising closely with Credit Control, Sales, Printers and Advertisers to queries. Ensuring all invoices are issues and delivered correctly on time.

Experience

Proven experience in credit control or a similar finance role, ideally within a busy organisation Proficiency in accounting software Strong knowledge of accounts payable procedures and general ledger management Familiarity with managing multiple client accounts and negotiating payment arrangements Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional approach when liaising with clients and internal teams Experience working with various accounting programmes and maintaining accurate financial records is highly desirable
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,420.00-27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Maidstone ME18 6AL