“Let us rather run the risk of wearing out than rusting out.”  Theodore Roosevelt. 

Sheridan Maine is working with a South-West-based organisation to recruit a Credit Controller on a 6-month fixed-term contract. We are looking for an immediately, or soon to be available, finance professional with credit control experience, ready to commence their next assignment. The role offers hybrid working with only occasional working from an office location.  

This role is responsible for managing company credit accounts, ensuring timely invoice payments, assessing credit risk, and maintaining customer relationships.

Your responsibilities as the Credit Controller will include:
* Manage and monitor customer credit accounts.
* Chase overdue payments via phone and email.
* Reconcile customer accounts and ensure payment accuracy.
* Address and resolve invoice and payment queries.
* Set and review credit limits according to company policy.
* Allocate incoming payments and maintain accurate financial records.
* Provide regular updates to management on outstanding accounts and potential issues.
* Assess credit risk and manage bad debts.
* Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth credit processes.
* Plus various other duties.

The successful Credit Controller will require the following skills and experience:
* Prior credit control experience where you have covered all aspects of credit control.
* Strong communication skills.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Time management and organisational skills.
* Proficient in accounting software and Excel.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.