Credit Controller
Posted Today by HAYS
Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Remote
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, UK
Summary: The Credit Controller role involves managing outstanding debts and ensuring timely cash collection within a reputable public sector organization. The position is a 6-month fixed-term contract, primarily remote, requiring occasional office attendance in Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering effective financial services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Chasing outstanding debt via phone, email, and written correspondence
- Managing a ledger and ensuring accurate record-keeping
- Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
- Supporting the wider finance team with reporting and reconciliations
- Handling queries and resolving payment issues efficiently
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in credit control
- Experience working within a council/local authority or chasing debt on behalf of a council
- Confidence in managing high volumes of accounts
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Availability to start immediately or at short notice
Salary (Rate): £34,000 yearly
City: Gloucester
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Finance
Immediate Start - Credit Control Role
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and reputable organisation with a strong presence in the public sector. The team operates in a collaborative and supportive environment, with a focus on delivering efficient and effective financial services.
Your new role
As a Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing outstanding debt, ensuring timely cash collection, and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract offering a salary of £34,000 pro rata. The role is primarily remote, with a requirement to attend the Gloucestershire office 2-3 times per month.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Chasing outstanding debt via phone, email, and written correspondence
- Managing a ledger and ensuring accurate record-keeping
- Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
- Supporting the wider finance team with reporting and reconciliations
- Handling queries and resolving payment issues efficiently
What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will:
- Have proven experience in credit control
- Have previously worked within a council/local authority or have experience chasing debt on behalf of a council
- Be confident in managing high volumes of accounts
- Have strong communication and negotiation skills
- Be able to work independently in a remote environment
- Be available to start immediately or at short notice.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary of £34,000 pro rata
- Flexible, primarily remote working arrangement
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a public sector-focused role
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Exposure to a well-structured finance function
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