Strategic Credit Controller

STRATEGIC CREDIT CONTROLLER
UP TO £45,000
FULL TIME, PERMANENT
NOTTINGHAM, UK

SF Recruitment are on the lookout for a confident and productive Credit Controller for our client in Nottingham.

You'll join a supportive, fast-paced finance team where your experience really makes an impact, working closely with customers and colleagues to drive results and support our continued growth.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Take full ownership of the Sales Ledgers.
- Lead proactive credit control activities across B2B accounts, driving strong cash flows while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Confidently and professionally manage aged debt, using effective telephone negotiation skills to secure prompt payment and reduce exposure.
- KPI's - ensuring DSO metrics are efficient and achieved by maximising systems and resources.
- Ensure reporting is efficient and workable for Stakeholder needs.
- Resolve complex invoice queries and accounts issues, working cross-functionally to deliver swift, professional solutions.
- Maintain clear, detailed customer records, ensuring all communications and actions are accurately logged.
- Identify risk trends and escalate concerns appropriately, supporting the Financial Controller and Head of Finance with insight and recommendations.
- Accurately allocate payments and reconcile accounts, always maintaining ledger accuracy.
- Lead the timely distribution of weekly and monthly invoices and statements, ensuring customers have clear, consistent documentation.
- Access and approve new account applications, carrying out thorough credit checks and risk assessments. Along with ongoing Credit Management
- Process secure credit card payments, maintaining compliance and accuracy in all transactions.
- Support site needs, ensuring we deliver a professional and supportive service to our functional teams

The successful candidate for this role needs to have a strong understanding in Credit Control. You should understand the full process and be adaptable to change. You will also be motivated, hardworking, and reliable whilst also being able to work within a team environment.