Credit Controller

Wernick Group

  • Wickford, Essex
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Credit ControllerThe Wernick Group is the UK's largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team.Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a family run and owned company who have more than doubled their profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real can-do spiritThe Wernick Group is seeking 2 x highly motivated individuals to assist in the Credit Control Department based within their Head Office situated in Wickford, Essex.A high level of enthusiasm, drive and organisational skills are required to make a success of these permanent full-time positions.The Wernick Group offers a competitive salary and benefits package to the successful candidates. If you are looking to join a highly successful, secure company with a friendly, modern office, please click apply!About the roleDuties and Responsibilities to include:Ensure Customer Payments are received in accordance with account termsCheck credit reports on existing and potential accountsRegularly review and update existing Credit Limits & Payment Terms offeredReview new accounts to determine Credit Terms offeredRegularly chase overdue accounts via telephone, email and letterCheck and code BACS remittance advices receivedReconcile Customer Accounts as and when necessaryMaintain accurate Customer Contact detailsReview and forward monthly statementsLiaise with both Customer and Internal Departments/Depots in resolving outstanding invoice issuesTo begin the process of Legal Proceedings and the repossession of goodsAny other ad hoc duties requiredThe ideal candidate should have:Previous experience of working in Credit Control.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.An enthusiastic attitude towards both work and learning new systems and processes.A positive and flexible attitude with the ability to act on their own initiative.Excellent problem-solving skills for timely and efficient resolution of invoice queries.Be capable of working well under pressure, prioritise workloads and adhere to strict deadlines.IT literate - Word and Outlook are essential.Advanced in Excel - be able to manipulate reports and filter information.Familiar with SAGE 200What you will get in return:Competitive salary & BonusGenerous holiday allowance (rising with service)Early finish on a FridayOption to buy extra holidaysGroup pensionAnnual Salary review - takes place each JanuaryLife Assurance 2 x annual salaryPersonal Accident InsuranceFree onsite parkingEmployee assistance programmeTraining and progression opportunitiesFamily run and well established, secure company (trading over 80 years)Open door policyEmployee Referral schemeBenefits scheme (discounted retailers' scheme)Corporate Eyecare Scheme through SpecsaversMessage the CEO ideas submission opportunity with rewardsOptional paid volunteering day each yearWe are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:Any unsolicited CV's will be sent at the recruitment agency's own risk and will be interpreted as 'gifts' and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.About the companyThe Wernick® Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain's largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.Required Criteria
  • Previous experience of working in Credit Control
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • An enthusiastic attitude towards both work and learning new systems and processes
  • A positive and flexible attitude with the ability to act on their own initiative
  • Excellent problem-solving skills for timely and efficient resolution of invoice queries
  • Be capable of working well under pressure, prioritise workloads and adhere to strict deadlines
  • IT literate - Word and Outlook are essential.
  • Advanced in Excel - be able to manipulate reports and filter information
  • Familiar with SAGE 200
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