Credit Controller

Posted 1 day 18 hours ago by Hays

£28,000 - £33,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Northamptonshire, Northampton, United Kingdom, NN1 1
Job Description
Credit Controller - Hybrid - £33,000 + Quarterly Bonus

Your new company
We are working with an organisation based in Northampton that operates across multiple international markets. The business is expanding its finance team and is seeking a Credit Controller to support its continued growth. This is a hybrid position offering a professional, flexible, and supportive working environment.

Your new role

  • Managing customer accounts: Building strong relationships with clients, monitoring account activity, and ensuring timely payments to maintain healthy cash flow.
  • Chasing outstanding payments: Proactively following up on overdue invoices via phone and email, resolving queries, and negotiating payment plans where necessary.
  • Handling multi-currency transactions: Supporting international operations by managing accounts in various currencies, including EUR and USD, and ensuring accuracy in reconciliations.
  • Working full-time with flexible hours: Standard hours are 8:30am-5:00pm with a 1-hour lunch break. Flexibility is offered to support work-life balance.
  • Hybrid working model: Typically 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, with the option to increase office presence if preferred.
  • Structured onboarding and training: You'll receive full training upon joining to ensure a smooth transition into the role and the team.
This role is full-time with flexible hours (8:30am-5:00pm, 1 hour lunch), typically involving 3 days in the office, and 2 days working from home. Full training is provided upon joining.

What you'll need to succeed
To thrive in this role, you'll need:
  • Previous experience in credit control or finance, with a solid understanding of account management and debt recovery processes.
  • Exposure to multi-currency environments is highly desirable, especially if you've worked in European or North American markets.
  • Relevant qualifications such as AAT Level 4 or CICM are preferred but not essential-experience and attitude are equally valued.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and resolve issues professionally.
  • Attention to detail and a proactive mindset, ensuring accuracy in financial records and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

What you'll get in return
  • £33,000 base salary
  • Quarterly bonus of up to 10% of salary (Based on business performance)
  • 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
  • Pension and private medical cover after a 3-month probation period.
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid setup
  • Supportive team and structured onboarding

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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