Part Time Credit Controller - Witton - £14.42 p/h

Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Witton. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as a Credit Controller on a part-time permanent basis

Culture and Environment

The company culture has a family feel to it they pride themselves on ensuring all team members feel included. They go above and beyond, dedicating time and resources for the well-being of their staff, firmly believing that their employees are the company's greatest asset.

Personality

We’re looking for someone who is confident, professional, and naturally assertive, with the ability to handle sensitive financial conversations in a calm and diplomatic manner. You’ll be a strong communicator who can build positive relationships with customers while maintaining firm control of payment terms, striking the right balance between service and results.

Highly organised and methodical, you take pride in accuracy and have a keen eye for detail. You’re comfortable managing a busy workload, prioritising effectively, and working to deadlines without compromising quality. With a proactive mindset and a sense of ownership, you’re equally capable of working independently or collaborating with wider teams to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Reward

·        Free parking

·        Company Pension scheme

·        Company Sick Pay

·        Access to Employee Assistance Programme

·        Employee Discount scheme

·        Loyalty recognition scheme

·        20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (plus additional days accrued based on length of service)

·        24 hours per week (3 full days)

Job Role:

·        Monitoring and manage customer accounts to ensure payments are received in line with agreed credit terms

·        Contacting customers by phone, email, and letter to chase overdue payments in a professional and timely manner

·        Resolving invoice queries efficiently to prevent delays in payment

·        Escalating delinquent accounts in line with company procedures

·        Setting up new customer accounts and carry out credit checks

·        Reviewing and maintain customer credit limits

·        Assessing and manage credit risk, recommending changes where appropriate

·        Allocating incoming payments accurately to the correct accounts

·        Reconciling customer statements and resolve discrepancies

·        Preparing aged debtor reports and provide regular updates to management

Skills and experience:

·        Previous experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role

·        Strong communication and negotiation skills

·        Good numeracy and attention to detail

·        Ability to work to deadlines and manage a busy workload

·        Competent IT skills, including Excel and accounting/ERP systems

·        Knowledge of UK credit legislation and collection practices

·        Experience using accounting software such as Sage, SAP, or similar

·        AAT qualification or working towards one

·        Confident and professional manner

·        Assertive yet diplomatic approach

·        Highly organised and methodical

·        Able to work independently and as part of a team

·        Confident and professional manner

·         Assertive yet diplomatic approach

·        Highly organised and methodical

·        Able to work independently and as part of a team

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