Credit controller - united kingdom, welwyn, hertfordshire

specialists in the plumbing and heating arena, barco are looking for an experienced credit controller to join their talented finance team in welwyn garden city.

credit controller

welwyn garden city, al7 1hb

full time, permanent position

salary circa £28,000 - £30,000 dependent on experience

on-site parking available

please note: applicants must be authorised to work in the uk

established for over 30 years, barco is one of the uk’s leading independent plumbing and heating distributors working with merchants of all sizes throughout the uk.

we are currently seeking an experienced credit controller to join our small, professional finance team within our modern offices in welwyn garden city. you will be responsible for maintaining contact with barco customers to ensure payment schedules are followed on time, whilst providing an excellent customer service and support to your finance colleagues.

the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience within a similar environment, dealing with stock/goods. you will have the ability to ‘hit the ground running’ and work in a self-motivated manner taking ownership and management of the role.

if you are an organised individual with the ability to communicate effectively and provide a positive and focused attitude, then this would be a fantastic opportunity for you.

key accountabilities of the credit controller:

ensure outstanding debts are paid in timely manner and maintain contact with customers in respect of overdue debt. maintain accurate records and housekeeping of all customer activities via our crm system. identify and report to the fc any changes in payment patterns and propose action to avert losses. timely resolution of any customer queries and requests by liaising with both customers and internal staff. review and recommend customer credit limits and monitor customer credit ratings and updates via credit safe. control sales order credit releasing. process credit card payments when required. process new customer applications and set up accounts. control the processing of weekly debtor letters. provide the fc with monthly reporting and analysis. control debt management and ensuring all unpaid debts are kept to a minimum. support and cover other members of the finance team as required.

about you:

experience and skills:

a minimum of 3 years’ credit control experience and proven records of successful debt chasing.
outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
excellent it skills covering excel, word and accountancy systems.
good interpersonal skills.
excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and adapt to changing workloads.

your attributes:

fully focused on outstanding customer service.
motivated and target driven.
willingness to go the extra mile for the customer and the business.
enthusiastic in achieving results.
committed to driving the company forward.
passionate about our business and what we represent.

benefits package:

20 days holiday (rising to 25 after six months’ service) + bank holidays.
opportunities to progress within the company.
company pension scheme (applicable after probationary period).
dedicated staff rest area, with tv and kitchen, for breaks and lunch.
on-site parking.

how to apply for the credit controller role:

if you have the skills and experience required for this position within finance and accounting based in welwyn garden city, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.

you must be authorised to work in the uk. no agencies please.

other suitable skills and experience includes: credit control jobs welwyn garden city, accounts assistant, finance assistant, senior credit controller, debt collection officer, debt collection coordinator, accounts receivable assistant, accounts administrator, credit control manager

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