Senior Credit Controller

We are currently seeking a Senior Credit Controller to join our client's team on behalf of Reed Accountancy & Finance, the UK’s leading specialist recruitment partner. This temporary position is based in Ashford and offers a skilled professional the opportunity to play a key role in managing our client’s credit control functions.

• Manage and oversee the entire credit control process, including the management of debt recovery and risk.
• Maintain accurate records of all chasing activity and ensure that all communication with customers is logged.
• Implement credit control procedures to ensure timely payments from clients and reduce the incidence of bad debts.
• Issue customer statements and final demands where necessary.
• Liaise with other departments to resolve outstanding queries.
• Develop and maintain relationships with both internal and external clients.
• Prepare reports on the status of credit for the management team.
• Negotiate payment plans with clients in financial difficulty while safeguarding the company’s interests.

• Proven experience in a Credit Control role, ideally at a senior level.
• Strong understanding of credit reporting and credit control processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of accounting software and databases.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading recruitment specialist.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

The ideal candidate would need to be able to show experience obtained from a similar Credit Control role, be in commutable distance to our client in Ashford, be able to work full time in our office, and be available to start work immediately.

To apply for this Senior Credit Controller position, please submit your CV.