Credit Controller or Trainee
| Area | Heathrow, London |
| Sector | Accounts |
| Salary | 25000 - 35000 Pounds Sterling |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Sue Stone |
| Job Ref | 09980 |
- Description
- We have an exciting opportunity for a Credit Controller to join an established Freight Forwarder, our client will be interested in candidates with experience, and Trainees with good education and an interest to get into Accounts.
Our client is seeking a meticulous and proactive Credit Controller to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the companys credit control processes, ensuring timely payments from clients while maintaining positive relationships. This position requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively.
Responsibilities
·Manage and oversee the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of outstanding multi-currency debts.
·Conduct regular reviews of accounts receivable to identify overdue accounts and take appropriate action.
·Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently to maintain up-to-date financial records.
·Resolve invoice disputes in collaboration with internal departments
·Communicate with clients via phone and email regarding payment reminders and queries, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.
·Analyse financial data to assess credit risk and make informed decisions regarding credit limits for clients.
·Ensure compliance with company credit policy and procedures
·Maintain accurate records of all communications and transactions related to credit control activities.
·Month end duties
·Multi-currency bank reconciliations
Experience
·Previous experience in a credit control or finance-related role is desirable but not essential.
·Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software Sage is desirable but, not essential.
·Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
·Excellent communication skills
·Excellent analytical skills to evaluate financial information and make sound decisions based on data analysis.
Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm
Salary Depends on experience
Training will be given in areas that are required.
Benefits
·25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
·EAP - Employee Assistance Programme
·General Life Assurance
·Pension
Please forward CVs to sue.stone@firstchoiceuk.com
·If you have not heard from us within 7 days , then your application has been unsuccessful.

