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Senior Credit Controller

Employer
Global
Location
Pingewood, Reading, United Kingdom
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
Jul 22, 2024

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Job Role
Credit Control
Sector
Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
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We think big, work hard and never stand still. It's our talented and passionate people that make us leaders in creativity and innovation and the proud home to the best media and entertainment on the planet.

We're here to make everyone's day brighter. That's everyone from our Globallers, to our audiences, every partner we work with and every community we work in. Whether we're making shows or making headlines, making everyone's day brighter is behind everything we do.

Whether we're in the studio, building a world-class Global Player app, or producing fast-moving digital content, we're at our best when we're working together. It's why we show up, deliver great work and above all, it's the reason we all love to work here.

Description

Senior Credit Controller

Reporting of the Role

This role reports to the Credit Manager

Overview of job

To support the National team along with managing selected specialist, barter and large agency accounts for Audio and Outdoor. Investigate queries and aim to reduce the level of overdue items while maximising cash flow. Hold regular meetings with the customers & commercial teams to resolve queries promptly, working together with them to simplify and improve processes.

3 best things about the job
  • Building relationships with major customers for Audio and Outdoor.
  • Working closely with Commercial teams, extending knowledge of all aspects of the business.
  • Learning new skills, such as management, coaching and training.

In the first few months, you would have
  • Become a key part in supporting the credit manager and colleagues by means of coaching, training and guidance,
  • Built strong relationships with large customers and commercial teams helping to resolve queries and collect cash.
  • Reduced the ageing and the volume of old invoices owed to the business.
  • Held regular meetings with key contacts to ensure invoices are being processes and cash is paid.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance performance.

Responsibilities of the role
  • Provide cover for the Credit Manager when required.
  • Chase and maintain overdue invoices, logging and tracking queries through to resolution. Make sure notes are updated for all phone calls, promises.
  • Supporting and mentoring team members in order release, new customer onboarding and query resolution.
  • Provide key data for cash forecasting processes.
  • Investigate and work to resolve queries.
  • Ensure cash and credit notes are applied when received and raised so the accounts are up to date.
  • Escalate and report non query resolution that may impact cash flow.
  • Reviewing outstanding invoices and campaigns, checking booking and contracts so they can be paid on time.
  • Checking invoices for commission errors before they are submitted each month to enable payment.

What you will need

The ideal candidate will be proactive and willing to develop and implement innovative solutions, capable of the following:
  • 2-3 Years in a Credit Control / Accounts receivable role.
  • Providing exceptional customer service.
  • Enhancing relationships with both internal & external stakeholders.
  • Show flexibility as required to achieve the best result for all parties.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Strong organisational skills.
  • Professional attitude towards problem solving.

Everyone is welcome at Global

Just like our media and entertainment platforms are for everyone, so are our workplaces. We know that we can't possibly serve our diverse audiences without first nurturing and celebrating it in our people and that's why we work hard to create an inclusive culture for everyone. We believe that different will set us apart, so no matter what you look like, where you come from or what your favourite radio station is, we want to hear from you.

Although we cannot make guarantees, we welcome conversations about flexible working for all roles at Global

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