Credit Controller

Reading Temporary £15 - £17 per hour View Job Description
Within this Credit Controller post your role will be to support the credit and collections process, working in tandem with the Finance Manager, you will do this via mainly email and phone collections, alongside historic investigations.
  • Short term temp role for a client based just outside Reading town centre
  • Mix of both AR and Collections activity

About Our Client

This business is a rapidly growing company and one of the most recognisable companies in the area. They operate on a global scale although your remit will be focused on UK collections.

There is a small team of 4 within newly refurbished offices, being based just outside the town centre there is parking on site and also easy access via public transport.

Job Description

The key responsibilities of the Reading based Credit Controller will be:

  • Develop and Monitor Credit Control Systems: Collaborate with sales, marketing, finance, and executive teams to create and oversee credit control systems.
  • Establish Payment Policies: Ensure customer service best practices are followed while making sure customers submit payments on time.
  • Evaluate Credit Applications: Check consumer credit reports, approve or deny applications, and communicate decisions promptly.
  • Negotiate Payment Plans: Work with customers to set loan terms and conditions, and negotiate repayment plans.
  • Maintain Records: Keep detailed loan records and conduct regular analysis to reduce bad debts.
  • Follow Up on Overdue Payments: Implement collection procedures and follow up on overdue invoices.
  • Improve Debt Collection Processes: Continuously look for ways to enhance debt collection methods.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal Credit Controller will be someone who is able to start on short notice and also be able to demonstrate a prior knowledge of the collections and AR process.

What's on Offer

On offer is:

  • Quick start
  • Up to 3 month role
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Quick interview process
Contact
Ben Ward
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6720689
Phone number
+44 118 933 7023

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Receivable
Sector
Business Services
Location
Reading
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Ben Ward
Consultant phone
+44 118 933 7023
Job reference
JN-042025-6720689