Credit Controller (Accounts receivable) - Leicester

Ford & Slater

About the role

Credit Controller (Accounts receivable)Due to an internal promotion, we currently have a vacancy for a Credit Controller (Accounts receivable) in our fantastic Finance team at our Leicester Head Office.As a Credit Controller (Accounts receivable), we can offer you:A salary of up to £26,500 (depending on your Credit Controller / Accounts receivable experience)22 days holiday (plus statutory), rising to 25 days (plus statutory) after 5 years serviceEmployee Of The Month CompetitionEmployee Assistance ProgramPensionDeath in Service Life Insurance SchemeCycle to work schemeFree on site parkingWho are we looking for as a Credit Controller (Accounts receivable):You will have previous experience working as a Credit Controller or similar Accounts / Finance role (such as sales ledger, credit control, accounts receivable)Previous experience as a Credit Controller (Accounts receivable) in the Automotive sector would be beneficial but not essentialA team player with an exceptional eye for detailExcellent IT and communication skills (such as Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills)Full UK driving licence beneficial but not essentialThe Credit Controllers (Accounts receivable) responsibilities include (but not limited to):Chasing outstanding invoices professionally via telephone and email. Proactively chase overdue debt using on stop notices, formal letters and legal escalation should it be required. Respond to customer queries quickly and effectively. Ensure customer records and notes are kept up-to-date. Maintain a well organised credit control filing/chase system. Issuing of customer statements. Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing customers. Building a client relationship through regular contact and a professional attitude. Prepare, post bank statements and process allocations to keep the ledgers clean. Ensure all associated administration duties are carried out in line with company procedures and that a professional and courteous approach is adopted at all times.Working 36.25 hours, Monday to Friday 8:45am – 4:30pm / 8:45am – 5pm (30 minute / 60 minute lunch break on a rota basis)As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to provide equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all. Apply today to start your Credit Controller (Accounts receivable) journey with Ford & SlaterNo agencies please. It is not always possible to get back individually to each applicant, so if you haven’t received a reply within 21 days, your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your understanding. Ford and Slater are one the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealers group with 17 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff whilst remaining a family run business.

Requirements

• Company Pension
• Death in Service Cover

Job details

Experience

Previous experience working as a Credit Controller

Education

Excellent IT and communication skills

Hours

Monday to Friday