Credit Controller

The Company

A great opportunity to join a thriving business who have recently celebrated their 120th Anniversary, and who continue to make their mark in the industry, striving for sustainability and innovation. We are looking for a highly motivated Credit Controller to join them on a full time, permanent basis, ASAP. Please note this role in office based in Princes Risborough.

The Role

This is a busy role within a manufacturing environment, so does not suit everyone! You will be working to help maintain part of the Sales Ledger function and looking after around 300 customer accounts. The main priority of this role is to manage the Cash allocation to your accounts and chasing overdue/ageing balances. Responsibilities:

• Cash Allocation - this is a priority in this role - entering and allocating payment receipts daily from the Bank.
• Opening of Proforma and Credit Accounts as requested via Sales Team.
• Reviewing Credit Limits as and when requested.
• Maintaining Age Debt through regular chasing.
• Unblocking Customer Orders as requested.
• Sending Statements and Copy Invoices.
• Keeping debtor days within agreed levels.
• Maintaining Credit control inbox.
• Answering incoming Telephone calls.
• General Sales ledger housekeeping.
• Ensuring processes are carried out accurately and in a timely manner to eliminate unnecessary errors.
• Providing excellent customer service.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Credit Controller who is looking to take full autonomy for their role, whilst remaining a team player and assisting with other duties as required. Key skills/attributes required include:

• Proficient in the use of Excel spreadsheets.
• Experience with using an ERP system.
• Good level of literacy, numeracy and accuracy required.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Pleasant but firm telephone manner when dealing with debtors.
• Ability act on own initiative.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to adhere to important deadlines.
• Foreign language skills would be an advantage but not required.

Potential for salary review after completion of 6 month probation.