Our client is a forward-thinking global leader within their sector, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised organisations.  They are looking to appoint a Senior Credit Controller who will lead a team of Credit Controllers and Sales Invoicing Administrators, driving consistency, efficiency, and best practice across the function.

If you are a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision and have a flexible, adaptable attitude and are willing to travel I would love to hear from you.  

 Job Title: Credit Control Team Leader    

 Job Type:  Permanent       

 Location:   Yateley    

 Salary:  £35,000 p.a. plus car allowance

 Reference no:  16053     

Credit Control Team Leader – Benefits

• Car allowance
• 25 days holiday
• Life assurance
• Medical health cash plan
• Flexible working
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee wellbeing and financial wellbeing hubs

 Credit Control Team Leader – About The Role

You will manage a dedicated portfolio of overdue accounts in line with group processes, taking a proactive approach to maintaining clean and stable ledgers while continuously seeking improvements.  Main responsibilities include:

• Regularly contact customers via phone and email to chase overdue payments
• Manage disputed accounts and negotiate payment resolutions in line with agreed terms
• Liaise with multiple sites, legal entities, and systems to resolve internal queries promptly
• Monitor and improve KPIs in line with group objectives
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce overdue debt trends
• Support the UK & Ireland Financial Controller with ad hoc duties, including intercompany, expenses, and reconciliations

The Successful Credit Control Team Leader will have:

• Experience in a senior credit control position
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• A tenacious and proactive approach to collections and problem-solving
• Flexibility and a positive attitude towards change
• Good IT skills, particularly in Excel
• A willingness to learn, develop, and take initiative

You will be a self-motivated individual, capable of working to strict deadlines with minimal supervision. The role requires sound judgement to resolve issues independently while knowing when to escalate. A focus on both short-term results and long-term objectives is essential, alongside maintaining strong client relationships and goodwill.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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