Credit Controller

Job Role: Credit Controller Location: Rickmansworth  Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm Salary: £30k to £35k (depending on experience) Multitask Personnel is excited to be working with an independent, family-owned builders and timber merchant established since 2018. Based in Rickmansworth, they provide expert advice, reliable service, and high-quality building materials. Serving trades across the board, they offer everything from everyday essentials to specialist orders, with a commitment to delivering on time. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their team. Role Responsibilities: As a Credit Controller, your key focus will be ensuring timely payment for goods or services provided on credit. Your responsibilities will include: Credit Assessment: Evaluating the creditworthiness of new and existing customers by reviewing financial statements, credit reports, and payment histories. Credit Policy Development: Developing and implementing credit policies and procedures to manage risk while maintaining healthy sales and cash flow. Invoicing: Issuing accurate invoices promptly, ensuring all required information is included. Payment Monitoring: Tracking overdue payments and following up with customers via phone, email, or letters to secure payments within agreed terms. Dispute Resolution: Addressing discrepancies in invoices or payments, coordinating with internal teams such as sales and customer service. Cash Flow Management: Managing cash flow by ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts and reducing bad debt losses. Reporting: Providing management with regular updates on outstanding debts, collection efforts, and any credit-related concerns. Customer Relationship Management: Maintaining positive customer relationships while enforcing credit terms. Legal Action: Initiating legal proceedings or working with debt collection agencies when required to recover debts. Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of recent, relevant experience in credit control. Proficient in accounting software and familiar with relevant regulations and compliance standards. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and financial acumen. A firm yet diplomatic approach to managing client relationships. Language Skills: Panjabi/Hindi speaking is preferred, as it will help with communication and payments from clients. Ideally located within one hour of the A40/M4. To Apply: Send your CV to (url removed) or call Faye on (phone number removed)