Senior Credit Controller

Macildowie are actively seeking a Senior Credit Controller to join the credit control function and play a key role in driving financial performance through improved cash flow and reduced aged debt for our client based in Alfreton.

Salary is based between - £28,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.

Working hours - Monday to Friday - Flexible start and finish (start between 08:00 - 09:30 - finish between 16:30 - 18:00).

You will be joining a team of X4 in Credit control reporting directly into the Credit Control Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in credit control, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident leading process improvements and mentoring others. Ideally we would be looking for someone who has previous credit control experience and CIS experience.

• Lead the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding receivables

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, resolving payment discrepancies professionally

• Manage and reconcile applications and certificates for payment

• Attend monthly meetings to review and discuss outstanding works

• Conduct credit checks and set credit limits based on financial analysis

• Collaborate with Contract Managers on overdue or disputed contracts

• Initiate legal proceedings where necessary to recover unpaid debts

• Drive continuous improvement of credit control processes and systems

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and credit notes, with attention to VAT and value

• Support the finance team with audit queries

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar senior credit control role

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

• Experience with applications and certificates (highly desirable)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills

• A proactive, team-oriented approach with a drive for improvement

If you're ready to take ownership of a key finance function and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Please upload a copy of your most up to date CV.

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