Credit Controller Job at Crawley, West Sussex Full Time NEW

Reed Accountancy are currently assisting an established client in the Crawley area in the recruitment of an experienced Credit Controller to join their established credit function, managing a ledger exceeding £150m per annum. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, has strong analytical skills, and can effectively manage relationships both internally and externally.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Allocate cash for dual businesses from customers and reconcile remittance advices.
• Ensure accuracy of invoices and application of purchase orders.
• Communicate with contract managers and senior management regarding finance/credit KPIs.
• Run reports on aged debtors and analyse credit data using Excel and other Microsoft tools.
• Create reports to help the wider business understand the company’s credit position.
• Manage finance/credit control and personal email mailboxes.
• Resolve queries within Finance and wider operational teams.
• Negotiate and provide feedback on customer payment plans and queries.
• Liaise with credit insurers regarding potential claims and credit limit changes.
• Perform credit checks on new and existing customers.
• Escalate debts through third-party debt recovery agents.
• Work proactively within a small team in the credit department and independently to achieve results without constant supervision.
• Communicate with external audit and compliance as required.
• Undertake additional ad hoc tasks as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a credit control function.
• Strong IT skills, proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Understanding of accounting software and sales ledger.
• Excellent communication skills and assertiveness when required.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
• Strong knowledge of data protection principles.
• Customer-focused and business-minded approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Onsite parking
• Hybrid working