Assistant Credit Controller

Key Purpose of the Job:

We are seeking a Credit Controller to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will support the Credit Control team in managing customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of payments, resolving queries & maintaining accurate financial records.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Send out invoices and credit notes
• Monitor and chase overdue payments via email & phone
• Maintain customer account records & update financial systems
• Liaise with internal departments to resolve invoice disputes
• Prepare aged debtor reports and escalate issues as needed
• Prepare and distribute monthly statements
• Resolve customer queries professionally and in a timely manner within company guidelines and policy
• Accurately record incoming cash on the financial systems
• Maintain and process monthly direct debit collections
• Monitor designated email inboxes and take appropriate actions as necessary
• Support the team with any ad hoc administrative tasks

Benefits Include:

• Supportive and Collaborative Environment
• Company Health Care Plan
• Company Pension
• Life Insurance
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Development Opportunities
• Referral Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Employee Benefits Programme including shopping vouchers and discount; up to £1,200 a year on reals savings for everyday needs
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wagestream – Get instant access to your wages through our financial wellbeing tool.

Essential Requirements for the Job:

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience in credit control or accounts receivable
• Ability to work well both as part of a team and as an individual
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable Requirements for the job:

• Experience with Sage 50 or Sage 200
• Experience in the direct debit collection process
• Finance-related qualifications

When Kings carry out recruitment, we do so as an Equal Opportunities Employer.