Credit Control - Reed : Job Details

• Annual Salary: From £28,000 per year
• Location: BN18, Poling
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of our Finance Department, supporting growers, nurseries, and garden centres with a range of products and solutions. If you have a passion for finance and a knack for efficient credit control, this position could be your next great career move.

• Manage and collect customer debts in line with agreed terms to maximise cash receipts.
• Maintain accurate records of all customer communications.
• Perform credit checks and set monitoring credit limits for new and existing customers.
• Ensure customer account details are up-to-date.
• Distribute statements and follow up as necessary.
• Generate direct debit collection runs and ensure timely payments by making phone calls to customers.
• Liaise with other departments and customers to resolve any queries, particularly with Customer Services and Sales.
• Initiate legal recovery actions if necessary.
• Create sales invoices for gas/energy supplies.
• Contribute to month-end reporting.
• Manage the accounts email inbox and handle phone calls.
• Support the Finance team with other transactional duties as needed, including covering for holidays or sickness.

• Proven experience as a Credit Controller (at least 1 year preferred).
• Ability to plan, organise, and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in using financial software and tools.
• A genuine passion for finance and contributing to a team's success.

• Competitive company pension.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee discount.
• Free and on-site parking.
• Health & wellbeing programme.
• Life insurance.
• Additional leave and sick pay.

If you are interested in this Credit Controller position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing why you believe this is the right next step for your career.

Note: This role requires the ability to commute or relocate to Poling BN18, with a preference for candidates who plan to relocate before starting work. Work authorisation in the United Kingdom is preferred.