Credit Control

Gleeson Recruitment Group • Permanent • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £18,000 - £26,500 / year • 1d ago

Credit Controller

Location: Birmingham
Salary:

Part-time: £18,000
Full-time: £26,500

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and organised Credit Controller to join our finance team in Birmingham. This role will focus on managing and reducing 0-90 day aged debt, ensuring timely collections while maintaining strong customer relationships.

This position is available on both a part-time and full-time basis, offering flexibility for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, with a focus on 0-90 day aged debt
Proactively contact customers via phone and email to ensure prompt payment of outstanding invoices
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers to support effective collections
Monitor customer accounts to ensure payment terms are adhered to
Investigate and resolve invoice queries to prevent payment delays
Allocate incoming payments and maintain accurate account records
Produce and review aged debt reports, highlighting risks and overdue balances
Work closely with internal teams (e.g. sales and operations) to resolve issues impacting payment
Support month-end processes, ensuring all transactions are recorded accurately

Skills & Experience

Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable
Strong focus on early-stage collections (0-90 day debt)
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
A proactive and professional approach to problem-solving

What's on Offer

Competitive salary (£18,000 part-time / £26,500 full-time)
Flexible working options (part-time or full-time)
Opportunity to take ownership of a key area of the finance function
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Based in Birmingham with easy access to local transport links

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