Credit Controller

Reed Accountancy are currently assisting an established client in the Crawley area in the recruitment of an experienced Credit Controller to join their established credit function, managing a ledger exceeding £150m per annum. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, has strong analytical skills, and can effectively manage relationships both internally and externally.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Allocate cash for dual businesses from customers and reconcile remittance advices.
• Ensure accuracy of invoices and application of purchase orders.
• Communicate with contract managers and senior management regarding finance/credit KPIs.
• Run reports on aged debtors and analyse credit data using Excel and other Microsoft tools.
• Create reports to help the wider business understand the company's credit position.
• Manage finance/credit control and personal email mailboxes.
• Resolve queries within Finance and wider operational teams.
• Negotiate and provide feedback on customer payment plans and queries.
• Liaise with credit insurers regarding potential claims and credit limit changes.
• Perform credit checks on new and existing customers.
• Escalate debts through third-party debt recovery agents.
• Work proactively within a small team in the credit department and independently to achieve results without constant supervision.
• Communicate with external audit and compliance as required.
• Undertake additional ad hoc tasks as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a credit control function.
• Strong IT skills, proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of accounting software and sales ledger.
• Excellent communication skills and assertiveness when required.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of data protection principles.
• Customer-focused and business-minded approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Onsite parking
• Hybrid working