Credit Controller
- Permanent
Leeds, West Yorkshire
The details
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collect outstanding debts within agreed terms
- Achieve cash collection and debtor targets
- Chase overdue invoices via phone and email
- Maintain accurate records of collection activity
- Work with stakeholders to manage key accounts
- Identify payment issues and take corrective action
- Resolve invoice disputes and support payment negotiations
- Handle queries and manage client invoicing portals
- Perform reconciliations and support cash postings
- Manage credit notes and ensure contract compliance
- Provide ad hoc reporting and support finance objectives
ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Background in a fast-paced, professional environment
- Knowledge of credit control and sales ledger processes
- Experience with credit control systems
- Strong Excel and Word skills
- Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively
- Confident dealing with clients and senior stakeholders
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive, organised, and self-motivated
- Team player with a flexible approach
- Confident building relationships across all levels
- Able to identify and escalate risks when needed
We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit https://www.markssattin.co.uk/privacy and https://uk.grafton-recruitment.com/en/privacy-policy-1 for our privacy policy.
Recruitment Consultant | Transactional Finance
Sign up for job alerts
Enter your email below to receive alerts to your inbox when similar jobs become available.
By clicking "Sign-up" below you are consenting to receive jobs to your inbox, based on the search criteria you have selected, as per our privacy policy.
Related jobs
Salary:
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Location:
West Bromwich, West Midlands
Industry
Manufacturing
Qualification
Finalist / Newly qualified
Market
Commerce & Industry
Salary
£50,000 - £60,000
Job Discipline
Qualified Finance
Contract Type:
Permanent
Description
West Bromwich-based engineering SME requires a commercially focused Management Accountant to play a key role in delivering accurate financial analysis
Reference
BBBH193495
Expiry Date
01/01/01
Author
Tom BurrAuthor
Tom BurrSalary:
£50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Location:
City of London, London
Industry
Real Estate
Qualification
None specified
Market
Commerce & Industry
Salary
£60,000 - £70,000
Job Discipline
Business Analysis
Contract Type:
Permanent
Description
A FTSE Real-Estate firm seek a Technology BA to run a number of projects.
Reference
BBBH193494
Expiry Date
01/01/01
Author
Oliver BradleyAuthor
Oliver BradleySalary:
£60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Location:
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Qualification
Fully qualified
Market
Commerce & Industry
Salary
£60,000 - £70,000
Job Discipline
Newly Qualified Finance
Contract Type:
Permanent
Description
Delighted to be partnering with a well known brand who are looking to expand their finance team with a Commercial Finance Business Partner.
Reference
LLH113510
Expiry Date
01/01/01
Author
Laura GunbyAuthor
Laura GunbySalary:
£45,000 - £55,000 per annum + Bonus + Benefits
Location:
Leeds, West Yorkshire
Industry
Consumer & Retail
Qualification
Finalist / Newly qualified
Market
Commerce & Industry
Salary
£50,000 - £60,000
Job Discipline
Newly Qualified Finance
Contract Type:
Permanent
Description
Delighted to be partnering with a private equity backed business in Leeds on their search for a Commercial Finance Analyst.
Reference
1813586
Expiry Date
01/01/01
Author
Laura GunbyAuthor
Laura GunbyRelated articles
Teaser
Commerce & IndustryContent Type
General
25/09/25
Summary
Temporary contracts often carry an air of uncertainty, leaving many professionals hesitant to embrace them. While they may lack the long-term security of permanent positions, temporary work offer
by
Aaron Howard
Teaser
TechnologyContent Type
Career Advice
05/09/25
Summary
The tech industry has seen significant change in recent years, with restructuring and high-profile layoffs making headlines. But behind the headlines, the story is more complex, and more positive
by
Alex Simmons
Teaser
Commerce & IndustryContent Type
Market Insight Reports
09/08/25
Summary
Our C&I London Insight & Salary Guide contains market research analysis from 1,800+ industry professionals. This comprehensive report uncovers key trends across the C&I sector for 2025, provid
by
Pres Pillai