Part-Time Credit Controller (Maternity Cover)

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  • Medway, Kent
  • £26,000-31,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
Our client, a long-established and highly reputable manufacturing business based in the Medway Towns, is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their small and friendly finance team on a part-time contract basis. This is a 12-month maternity cover role, with flexibility around working days and hours.The ideal candidate will be available to start as soon as possible to allow for a proper handover period.Working Hours:Flexible options include:*3 full days per week (7.5 hours/day) - 8:30am to 5:00pm
OR
*4 shorter days (5.5 hours/day)Salary will be pro rata'd depending on hours worked.Key Responsibilities:
  • Posting and allocating incoming payments
  • Raising and processing sales invoices and credit notes
  • Handling customer queries professionally and efficiently
  • Performing credit checks on new customers via a credit insurance provider
  • Monitoring and adjusting credit limits based on risk assessments
  • Managing overdue accounts and issuing stop lists
  • Chasing outstanding debts via telephone and email, negotiating repayment plans
  • Preparing and issuing monthly statements
  • Supporting with aged debt reporting and month-end procedures
  • General sales ledger and administrative duties as required
  • Maintaining proactive contact with customers to ensure timely payments
Candidate Requirements:
  • Solid background in credit control and sales ledger functions
  • Confident communicator with strong negotiation skills
  • Experience using accounting software and Excel
  • Ability to manage workload independently in a small teaml
Why Apply?
  • Well-established, stable employer with a supportive team culture
  • Flexible working pattern to suit work-life balance

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