Credit Controller - Preston

Salary

£25000 - £25750 per annum + company benefits

Location

United Kingdom,--Preston

Job Type

Permanent

Description

Job Title: Credit Controller
Location: Preston Area
Salary: £25,750 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller on behalf of our client, a well-established organisation within the food distribution industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a fast-paced and customer-focused business.

The Role:
You will be responsible for managing a section of the sales ledger, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, maintaining customer relationships, and contributing to the overall financial health of the business. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with solid experience in credit control and a proactive approach to account management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Proactive cash collection and account management
  • Handling incoming and outgoing customer calls
  • Investigating and resolving account queries
  • Issuing statements and customer correspondence
  • Processing daily and weekly banking
  • Allocating receipts and reconciling accounts
  • Monitoring credit limits and new applications
  • Maintaining accurate customer master files
  • Collaborating with internal teams, including sales and finance
  • Escalating potential bad debts and issues to management
  • Supporting credit reviews and recommendations

Requirements:

Essential:

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in credit control
  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills
  • Confident telephone manner and customer-focused attitude
  • Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Willingness to adapt to changing business needs

Desirable:

  • Experience using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Dynamics
  • Previous experience within the distribution or FMCG sector

Benefits:

  • KPI bonus scheme
  • 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
  • Company pension
  • Life assurance cover
  • Company sick pay
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee assistance programme

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