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Team Jobs - Commercial

Posted

8 days ago

description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Credit Controller to manage and control customer debt.

The successful candidate will be responsible for collecting invoices, monitoring credit given to customers, and ensuring timely payments, all while delivering excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Debt Management: Review and manage customer accounts to maximise cash flow and minimise bad debt risk.

Customer Communication: Serve as the primary contact for customer account queries via email and phone, and resolve payment issues promptly.

Creditworthiness Review: Assess new and existing accounts for creditworthiness using various sources of financial information.

Weekly Sales Meetings: Hold weekly meetings with sales divisions to escalate key issues and collaborate on solutions.

Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service by building effective relationships with customers and internal teams.

Reporting: Generate and distribute regular reports, including customer statements, overdue letters, and credit hold status updates.

Reconciliation: Oversee reconciliation processes, customer portal management, and electronic data integration (EDI).

Month-End Invoicing: Handle consolidated invoicing at the end of each month.

Compliance: Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures, escalating significant concerns to management.Working Hours

Full-time: 40 hours per week

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Qualifications & SkillsEssential:

Previous experience in Credit Control or a related role

Strong organisational and time management skills

Proficiency in IT systems, particularly Excel, Outlook, and accounting software

Excellent communication skills-both written and verbal

Ability to work effectively under pressure with high-volume workloads

Self-motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude

Analytical problem-solving abilities

Strong customer service focusDesirable:

Familiarity with end-to-end distribution business processes and finance systemsKey Competencies

Customer Focus: Anticipates customer needs and addresses potential issues before they escalate.

Team Collaboration: Strives to meet team and company KPIs by working closely with colleagues.

Problem Solving: Investigates and resolves queries efficiently, while suggesting improvements to existing processes.

Decision-Making: Balances timely decision-making with a readiness to adapt to changing circumstances.

Adaptability: Embraces change and responds positively to evolving business needs.

Quality Orientation: Consistently maintains high standards and seeks ways to enhance performance.

INDCP

location

Poole, Dorset