Think Accountancy and Finance is proud to partner with a well-established business in Leighton Buzzard, seeking a talented Sole Charge Credit Controller / Sales Ledger Clerk. With nearly 30 years in business, this company has flourished through enduring relationships and meeting evolving customer needs. Due to their ongoing success, the company operates a full-time office policy, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Role Overview:
As the sole charge credit controller, you will take full ownership of a 3 million ledger, ensuring the smooth management of invoices and payments. You'll leverage your expertise in invoice discounting, direct debits, and Sage 50, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency in all tasks. This is a hands-on role where you will manage all aspects of aged debt, from telephone calls and emails to court action if required.

Key Responsibilities:

Run weekly reports on aged debt, presenting updates to management and assisting with escalation processes.
Handle the full credit control process, including chasing overdue payments and managing non-term customer accounts.
Efficiently manage the credit control mailbox, resolving disputed queries promptly via phone and email.
Import invoices, update ledgers, and issue customer statements regularly.
Perform daily bank reconciliations, internal bank transfers, and month-end Trial Balance adjustments.
Conduct credit checks on customers, escalating issues when necessary.
Oversee the renewal of contracts and long-term customer invoices.
Ensure timely and accurate updates of order numbers and ongoing customer reviews.

Candidate Profile:
We are looking for a driven and independent professional with solid experience in credit control and managing your own ledger. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment and possess the following skills:

Proven experience in a similar credit control role, ideally with Sage 50 expertise.
Strong numeracy and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all financial records.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Excel, Google Docs, and Sage 50 Professional (essential).
Calm, professional approach to managing stressful situations and customer relations.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with staff and clients at all levels.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Credit Control professional to take full ownership of aged debt collection and contribute to achieving monthly cash collection targets. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, independent role, we'd love to hear from you!

Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including; Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.