Credit Controller

Newfield Consulting; Watford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Watford (Office-based)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 (Negotiable based on experience)

About The Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established company looking for an experienced Credit Controller to take ownership of their debtors book across three businesses, totaling around £3 million at any one time. The ideal candidate will be proactive, results-driven, and able to build strong client relationships to improve cash flow and reduce overdue debt.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manage and monitor outstanding debts across multiple businesses.
2. Prepare and issue daily client statements.
3. Track remittances and maintain up-to-date client records.
4. Allocate all incoming payments accurately.
5. Work towards weekly collection targets and improve debtor days.
6. Take a proactive approach to prevent overdue debt.
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to speed up payments.
8. Work closely with the Commercial Director, providing detailed reports on:
   
   • Current debt position
   • Action plans for overdue accounts
   • Cash flow forecasts
9. Assist the Sales Ledger team with invoice generation and client queries.

What We're Looking For

1. Previous experience in credit control (essential).
2. Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
3. Excellent communication & relationship-building skills.
4. A team player with the ability to work independently.
5. Innovative and solution-focused approach.

The Offer

1. Xero experience is preferred but not essential.
2. Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (office-based in Watford).
3. Competitive salary based on experience (£25,000 - £35,000).
4. Opportunity to work within a growing and supportive team.
5. References will be required as part of the hiring process.

If you are an experienced Credit Controller looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you! Apply today!