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 maternity cover role for a minimum of 14 months with flexibility around working days and hours.

The hourly pay rate offered is between 13.33 and 15.90 per hour depending upon experience

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
• 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