Credit Controller

Job title: Credit Controller Location: Hybrid role with a Houghton le Spring office Salary: Competitive salary + Employee benefits Starting salary depending on experience Work pattern: Office hours, Mon - Fri Contract: Permanent Due to significant growth, my client is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join their growing team based in Houghton Le Spring. This role offers hybrid working along with a competitive salary, and employee benefits. We're looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic credit controller, with exceptional attention to detail skills. AAT Qualified preferred, but not essential. Knowledge/experience of Xero is beneficial. Proven experience of bookkeeping / accounts receivable essential. About you: * AAT Qualified - Desirable * Bookkeeping experience essential * Strong administrative skills * Accounts receivable experience essential * Experience using Xero / QuickBooks * Excellent attention to detail * Strong communication skills both verbally and written * Accuracy in data entry Responsibilities: * Credit control including reviews of credit management facilities, daily processing of bank statements and cash receipts to customer accounts * Purchase and sales ledger processing * Sending out invoices / Ensuring invoices match purchase orders * Managing & updating company loan book * Reconciling payments * Contact customers with late payments and liaise with them to plan & receive payments * Answering supplier billing and contract queries * Answering customer billing and contract queries * Assist with month end preparation * Maintaining spreadsheets, ensuring all information is accurate and notifying if any discrepancies * Implement company debt collection process, inclusive but not exhaustive of default letters and pre litigation documents * Investigate and resolve any billing discrepancies or disputes Benefits include: * Bonus potential * Company pension * Free onsite parking * Hybrid working Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Additional pay: * Bonus scheme