Pineapple Careers are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing organisation based on the outskirts of Horsham, who are seeking an experienced and proactive Credit Controller to join their finance team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong relationships and takes pride in maintaining a healthy cash flow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the collection of outstanding invoices across UK and international customers
- Proactively chase overdue accounts by telephone and email, maintaining strong client relationships while taking a firm but professional approach
- Post and allocate daily cash receipts BACS, cheques and card payments
- Reconcile customer accounts and resolve invoice queries or disputes promptly
- Set, review and monitor customer limits in line with the company policy
- Carry out credit checks on new and existing customers using credit reference agencies
- Prepare weekly and monthly aged debt reports and KPIs for the Head of Accounts and Senior Leadership
- Attend monthly credit control and age debt meetings with management
- Manage the legal process for severely overdue accounts, including letters before action, county court claims and enforcement where required
- Assist with month-end processes, including bad debt provisions and reporting
- Support the Head of Accounts with ad-hoc projects and contribute to continuous improvement within the credit control function
- Ensure compliance with the company's credit policy and financial procedures
Key Skills:
- Previous experience in credit control or a similar finance role
- Strong understanding of credit management processes and debtor reporting
- Attention to detail with a methodical approach
- Proficient in Accounting Software Packages – Sage
- Strong numeracy skills and analytical abilities
- A Microsoft Office whizz, particularly Excel
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Personal Profile:
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills
- A true team player who enjoys collaboration
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Confident and resilient
- Hands-on and proactive approach to tasks
Salary & Benefits:
- £30,000 - £33,000
- Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 17.00
- Pension Contribution
- 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Critical Illness
- On-site Parking
- Based on the outskirts of Horsham
If this role sounds like your next dream job, then don’t wait – apply today! Alternatively, please contact Ashley at Pineapple Careers for more information.
Please note that due to the location of this role, you will need access to your own transport.
Pineapple Careers is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.
Credit Controller, Finance, Debt Management, Aged Debt, Collections, Reconciliation, Account Management, Cash allocation, Horsham.
