Credit Controller

Credit Controller FTC Fixed Term Contract Robins Wood House, NG8 3NH Description Skills and Education Group are a leading educational charity with a rich history and we are delighted to be hiring a Credit Controller to work with the Deputy Chief Executive to provide a comprehensive, efficient, high quality credit control function for all Skills and Educations Group companies. To effectively liaise and share information with the finance team and other relevant departments across the business in relation to debt. This will be working on a part time basis on an initial 6 month fixed term contract. Responsibilities To implement the companys debt collection policies across all brands within the Group. To lead on managing and collecting debts of any outstanding debtors across the Group. To effectively negotiate payment terms and repayment plans with debtors. To implement effective systems to manage and track debt by working with the Financial Controller and Finance Manager. To advise the Deputy Chief Executive on any escalation that is required to recover bad debt. To analyse debtor data and produce regular reports on Group debtor status for the Deputy Chief Executive and Financial Controller. To undertake credit referencing and advise relevant teams on credit limits where needed. To advise the Financial Controller on any debts that need writing off. To manage own workload and work collaboratively across teams with the sole purpose to minimise debt. To attend monthly meetings with the finance team and other key meetings as and when required. To possess excellent communication skills and can lead challenging conversations. To offer training, support and expertise to colleagues within the finance team, when required. Requirement AAT Level 3 or CICM Level 3 in Credit and Collections. At least two years professional experience in credit control using professional standards. Strong numerical skills. Proven track record in recovering and reducing debtor balances. Knowledge of credit control processes and escalation processes. Experience of using external debt collecting agencies and/or legal debt recovery processes. Ability to clearly explain financial processes and provide solutions. Familiarity with financial systems (Sage 200). Experience of working in an education setting. TPBN1_UKTJ