Credit Controller

I'm currently supporting a well‑established business based on Birmingham Business Park who are looking for an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on an interim basis.

This is a great opportunity for someone confident managing their own ledger, resolving queries quickly, and supporting cashflow performance during a busy period. The successful candidate must be available to start on 20th April and attend a Teams interview this week.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your own ledger and ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt
• Chasing overdue payments via phone and email, maintaining professional communication with customers
• Investigating and resolving invoice queries by liaising with internal departments
• Allocating payments, updating account information and maintaining accurate customer notes
• Preparing and sending customer statements and reminder letters
• Monitoring aged debt and escalating accounts where required
• Reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies
• Supporting cashflow forecasting with accurate payment updates
• Processing credit notes and adjustments as required
• Assisting with general sales ledger tasks during busy periods

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in Credit Control / Sales Ledger roles
• Confident managing a ledger and chasing aged debt
• Strong communication skills - comfortable dealing with customers by phone and email
• Good Excel skills and experience using finance systems
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be available to start 20th April and interview via Teams this week