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Credit Controller

Leighton Buzzard Permanent £26,000 - £32,000 per year View Job Description
The Credit Controller will be responsible for managing the sales ledger, ensuring timely collection of payments, and maintaining strong relationships with customers. You will play a key role in protecting the company's cash flow and minimising credit risk in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Permanent position based in Leighton Buzzard
  • Great working environment and team culture

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and rapidly growing FMCG company based in Leighton Buzzard. With a strong presence in the UK and international markets, they are known for their fast-paced operations and customer-centric approach. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join their finance team.

Job Description

Credit Controller

  • Proactively manage and collect debts from a portfolio of B2B customers
  • Monitor customer accounts to identify overdue payments and take appropriate action
  • Issue customer statements and reminder letters/emails
  • Maintain accurate records of communications and payment arrangements
  • Investigate and resolve invoice and payment queries in collaboration with sales and customer service teams
  • Place accounts on stop or release credit holds as required
  • Prepare and distribute aged debt reports to management
  • Assist with cash allocation and reconciliation of customer accounts
  • Recommend accounts for escalation to legal or external collection agencies when necessary



The Successful Applicant

A successful Credit Controller should have:

  • Previous experience in a Credit Control role, ideally within FMCG, manufacturing, or distribution
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
  • Proficiency with accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Sage, Oracle) and Excel
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Confident, professional, and customer-focused approach

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £26,000 to £32,000.
  • An inclusive and supportive company culture.
  • Generous holiday leave.
  • Opportunities for professional growth within the FMCG industry.



Join our team and bring your skills to our clients Accounting & Finance department in Leighton Buzzard. Apply today!

Contact
Finley Wood
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6681245
Phone number
+44 190 825 6449

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Receivable
Sector
Retail
Location
Leighton Buzzard
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Finley Wood
Consultant phone
+44 190 825 6449
Job reference
JN-022025-6681245