Senior Credit Controller

Lionweld Kennedy Flooring Ltd; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Part of Hill and Smith Holdings Plc, based in Middlesbrough, Lionweld Kennedy are the recognised UK’s leading supplier of Safe, Sustainable Access solutions in Steel or GRP. We have a strong heritage of supporting multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments and have a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience.

Why work for us:

We are in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide, we are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.

The Person:

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.
• Well organised and punctual.
• A ‘can-do’ attitude and a keenness for professional self-development.
• A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.

Position Description:

• Responsible for overseeing and managing the credit control process to ensure timely collections.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in MRP systems (SAP advantageous).

Responsibilities to include:

• Set up supplier master files.
• Disposition of shipment variances in accordance with company policy.
• Investigate credit standing of new and potential customers, arrange terms for payment and follow up collection of accounts.
• Establish credit limits and manage deviations from standard.
• Recommend the working capital necessary to finance accounts receivable.
• Maintain the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that it accurately reflects the position of each credit account and that appropriate measures are taken when unacceptable arrears are detected.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on the status of credit and collections and other operating statements.
• Monitor and regularly review the level of payment arrears, ensuring adequate collection measures are instigated where appropriate.
• Compile and analyse statistical data on customers.
• Process and allocate cash received from customers.
• Develop and maintain relationships with debt collection agencies.
• Understand the Company’s credit policies and procedures to ensure they are followed by staff and customers.
• Process credit notes and prepare statistical information using SAP.

Position: Full Time with an immediate start.

Hours of work: Mon-Thursday 9.00am - 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 2.00pm.

Holidays: Full time – 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time.

Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment.

Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if meet criteria, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age related up to max 6.5%.

Hill and Smith Share options scheme: When available and if applicable.

Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks).

Free on-site parking.

Close Proximity to Town Centre, Bus & Train Stations.

We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All applicants will be asked to prove that they have the right to work in the UK.

Please note, due to the high number of applications we receive, we may only be able to reach out to those moving forward in the process.