Overview

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 team

Why Apply?

• Well-established, stable employer with a supportive team culture
• Flexible working pattern to suit work-life balance