I have a new opportunity available for my client who are based in Bishop’s Stortford.

They are seeking an experienced Credit Controller who will form part of the Central Finance team.

They are an award winning organisation who can offer you a competitive salary and benefits including retail discounts, pension scheme, childcare vouchers, life assurance and social activities / charitable events.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrable background within credit control and accounts, have good initiative and excellent communication skills.

Key responsibilities;

• To work with the Credit Control team to endeavour that cash collection targets are met and that the group cash flow forecasts are updated weekly
• Review clients with high risk credit ratings and refer them the relevant Partner and Head of Credit Control to take appropriate action
• Management of client contact, including preparation of letters and the monthly statement run for clients.
• Chasing clients for payment of outstanding fees via telephone, statements, letters and email
• Completion of monthly ledger reviews with relevant Managers and Head of Credit Control
• Identify and communicate debts which may be difficult to recover and any potential bad debt provision requirements to the Head of Credit Control
• Negotiation of payment plans
• Reports preparation including monthly lock up reports, queries and accounts on stop
• Assisting the Head of Credit Control in the provision of the credit control service to clients
• Approval of credit notes and invoices as drafted by the sales ledger team and the processing of WIP writes off’s and transfers.
• Provide assistance in legal debt collection matters
• To work with the Head of Credit Control to review and improve the Credit Control processes as and when necessary
• To assist with the management of the direct debit system and our fee funding facility

Person Specification:

• Advanced knowledge of Practice Engine
• Confident use of Microsoft Excel and its functions
• Confident use of Worksite and awareness of EDM filing requirements
• Confident use of Advisor Office/Avelo
• Use of Reports Engine
• Word processing to a high standard
• Use of online banking systems
• Confident use of the direct debit software
• Use of credit card facility, both manual and online

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this role, please apply.