Details:
- Salary: £3,300 - 36,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: CO2 Malting Green Essex
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Credit Control Manager - Colchester
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Credit Control Manager to join this fast-expanding group with a turnover of around £55 million. You will be responsible for managing the credit control function and will be implementing processes and procedures, ensuring timely payments from customers and maintaining accurate financial records. This is a crucial role in the organisation as it directly impacts cash flow and financial stability.
Key Duties:
* Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely payment of invoices
* Contact key customers via phone, email, or mail to follow up on outstanding payments
* Resolve any billing discrepancies or disputes with customers
* Maintain accurate records of all interactions with customers regarding payment
* Collaborate with the stores and sales team to address any credit-related issues with new or existing customers
* Review credit applications and make recommendations on credit limits for new customers
* Work towards reducing debtor days
* Work closely with your finance team to reconcile accounts receivable and resolve any discrepancies
* Generate reports on accounts receivable aging and provide analysis on overdue accounts
The ideal candidate will have…
* At least 2 years’ experience as managing a Credit Control function/team
* Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices
* Proficient in using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBook
* Strong communication skills, both written and verba
* Excellent attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle difficult conversations with customers
Benefits and culture:
* Competitive and negotiable salary, depending on experience
* 29 days holiday
* A positive working environment with the opportunity of career progression within a fast-growing company
* Employee recognition and reward scheme.
* Additional bonus scheme.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities
* Staff discount
* Free, on-site parking