Credit Controller

Description:

Due to continued growth, Hales Group are recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller to join our Finance team based in Peterborough.

The position sits within our finance team, within a smaller team of 4 Credit Controllers and primarily deals with invoicing and collection with local authorities in line with contracts. Previous experience within a credit control environment is essential, however, full training for the Adult Social Care environment will be given. This role uses Sage 200 & Outlook as the main forms of software; training can be given in the use of these programs where needed.

The Credit Controller role is likely to include the following tasks:

* Liaison with local authority clients regarding payable invoicing and resolving any queries, issuing credit notes, and evidencing correct billing.

* Speaking to private clients to arrange Direct Debit set up and payment of account via card payment

* Arranging credit notes as required with authorisation from branches

* Opening new accounts for operations including credit checking

* Production, review, and distribution of monthly statements

* Carry out adhoc reviews and reporting for individual branches as they arise.

* Work towards department KPIs in conjunction with the rest of your team.

* Attend the weekly credit control meeting

At Hales Group we offer a competitive salary dependant on experience with generous benefits package:

* Holiday rising annually

* Contributory pension scheme – employer contribution 3%

* Free Life assurance – 2 x annual salary

* Discounts and vouchers for over 6500 retailers

* Car Lease Scheme

The finance team, based in Peterborough, consist of 18 people located in modern, open plan offices in Fengate. We pride ourselves on a being a professional, friendly, and supportive team, delivering finance services to the rest of our business which incorporates some 38 branches across the company.

Our normal working hours are 08:30 – 17:00 Monday – Friday with 1 hour for lunch