Credit Controller - #2089579

Working within a supportive team of Credit Controllers in a business based in Leeds in a newly created role due to growth you will be working for an organisation who really value their employees and have created a fantastic work environment as a result.

As Credit Controller you will ensure that all customer debt is collected by its due date and in line with set company procedures.

You will be required to communicate to all customers and internal contacts to enable them to resolve any issues that may arise.

Duties will include:

• Manage and monitor aged debt across multiple sites and business entities.
• Carry out proactive credit control activities to ensure timely collection of outstanding balances.
• Issue payment reminders, statements, and follow-up correspondence.
• Escalate high-risk or long-outstanding debts in line with company procedures.
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries, disputed charges, and payment discrepancies.
• Reconcile customer accounts and ensure balances are accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with Accounts Receivable and different site teams to resolve funding and billing issues.
• Monitor unallocated cash and support timely resolution of unidentified payments.
• Maintain awareness of differing funding arrangements, contracts, and fee structures the various sites.
• Liaise with operational teams to support accurate admissions, billing, and account management.
• Monitor debtor performance and highlight collection risks or trends.
• Maintain accurate customer account records and supporting documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and financial information in line with GDPR requirements.

The ideal individual with display the following attributes

• Proven track record of working in Credit Control
• Excellent telephone manner and written communication skills
• Previous experience of Sage would be advantageous
• Positive “can do” attitude
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and organisational skills
• Able to use Excel, ideally pivot table/VLOOKUP

This is an opportunity that is holding immediate interviews for suitable candidates so if you are a Credit Controller looking for another opportunity within an established Credit team in Leeds apply now.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.