Credit Controller - Basingstoke - £25,000 / £30,000 - Hybrid Working
About the Client
Wade Macdonald are currently working with a global organisation with a strong market reputation. They offer the stability of a large organisation alongside a welcoming and collaborative working environment. Their culture is centred around teamwork, continuous learning and professional development, with employees encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute to shared success.
About the Job
This role will report to the Credit Control Manager. It will be taking responsibility for overseeing a portfolio of customer accounts, driving effective debt recovery and helping to protect the organisation's financial position. This is a varied role offering regular interaction with customers and colleagues across the business.
Duties will include:
- Contacting customers regularly to follow up on outstanding and overdue payments
- Processing incoming payments and matching them to customer accounts
- Following credit control procedures to help reduce financial risk
- Releasing sales orders in line with company credit policies
- Setting up new customer accounts and completing the necessary checks
- Carrying out credit reviews to identify any potential risks
- Keeping customer account records accurate and up to date
- Responding to customer queries by telephone and email
- Providing support to the wider Accounts Receivable team when needed
- Assisting with general accounts administration and other tasks as required
About the Successful Applicant
You will bring a minimum of five years' credit control experience, excellent Excel skills and a strong understanding of credit management processes. Highly organised and commercially aware, you will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, confident communication and effective negotiation skills. You will be comfortable making decisions independently, analysing financial information and building productive relationships with customers and colleagues alike.
What You Will Receive in Return
In return, you will join a forward-thinking organisation offering hybrid working, study support and a healthcare cash plan. You will also benefit from a bonus scheme and the opportunity to develop your career within a growing finance function, in a supportive and collaborative environment.