• Location
Ipswich, Suffolk
• Salary
£ 25000 - £ 30000 / Year
• Job type
Permanent
• Industry
Financial Services
• External Reference
JN-072024-385307
• Category
Banking & Financial Services - Credit Control

Are you ready to be part of an exceptional team that delivers bespoke surfacing solutions? Our client, a leading independent surfacing contractor in the UK, is seeking a Credit Controller to join their dynamic team.

Company Description:

Founded in early 2000's, our client has grown into the UK's largest independent surfacing contractor, delivering projects nationwide for clients throughout the country. With a commitment to excellence and a strong focus on collaboration, they have achieved remarkable milestones, including creating over 300 jobs and establishing seven offices nationally. Join their team and be part of their ongoing success story.

Job Type: Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:30



Salary:
£25,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience



Responsibilities:


• Build strong relationships with customer quantity surveyors and accounts departments to ensure prompt payment of invoices within terms.

• Evaluate and apply for credit limits with credit insurers, ensuring compliance with current spend and forecasted work.

• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to effectively manage credit exposure.

• Maintain accurate records of customer communication related to debt collection.

• Resolve queries related to payments and outstanding invoices.

• Improve and implement debt collection processes for overdue invoices and initiate legal proceedings if necessary.

• Prepare statements and reports on high-risk situations and notify the Finance Manager and Board as appropriate.

• Coordinate with the finance team to allocate cash on ledgers, raise invoices, and record cash receipts on the cash flow.

• Handle general administration tasks required for credit control functions and record actions.

Skills:

• Ability to establish and maintain excellent client relationships at all levels.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to reconcile complex accounts.

• Calm and confident demeanour for handling potentially uncomfortable conversations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Meticulous approach to work and strong numerical accuracy.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving and changing environment.

Benefits:

• Generous leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years' service entitlement increase.

• People First Initiatives: Cycle to Work Scheme, Birthday Bonus, Discount Portal, Company Social Events, Saving Scheme, and Life Assurance.

• Family Focused: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.

• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing.

• Performance Bonus: Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

• Employee Referral Scheme: Earn rewards for referring new team members.

• Employee Volunteering Programme: Opportunities to give back to the communities we work in.

• Learning and Development: Continuous growth opportunities and training.

• Supportive Culture: A collaborative working environment with opportunities for future progression.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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