Our client is a forward-thinking global leader within their sector, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised organisations. They are looking to appoint a Senior Credit Controller who will lead a team of Credit Controllers and Sales Invoicing Administrators, driving consistency, efficiency, and best practice across the function.
If you are a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision and have a flexible, adaptable attitude and are willing to travel I would love to hear from you.
Salary: £35,000 p.a. plus car allowance
Credit Control Team Leader – Benefits
- Car allowance
- 25 days holiday
- Life assurance
- Medical health cash plan
- Flexible working
- Gym membership discounts
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Employee wellbeing and financial wellbeing hubs
Credit Control Team Leader – About The Role
You will manage a dedicated portfolio of overdue accounts in line with group processes, taking a proactive approach to maintaining clean and stable ledgers while continuously seeking improvements. Main responsibilities include:
- Regularly contact customers via phone and email to chase overdue payments
- Manage disputed accounts and negotiate payment resolutions in line with agreed terms
- Liaise with multiple sites, legal entities, and systems to resolve internal queries promptly
- Monitor and improve KPIs in line with group objectives
- Identify and implement process improvements to reduce overdue debt trends
- Support the UK & Ireland Financial Controller with ad hoc duties, including intercompany, expenses, and reconciliations
The Successful Credit Control Team Leader will have:
- Experience in a senior credit control position
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- A tenacious and proactive approach to collections and problem-solving
- Flexibility and a positive attitude towards change
- Good IT skills, particularly in Excel
- A willingness to learn, develop, and take initiative
You will be a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision. The role requires sound judgement to resolve issues independently while knowing when to escalate. A focus on both short-term results and long-term objectives is essential, alongside maintaining strong client relationships and goodwill.