Credit Controller

£9,750 (£24,375 FTE)

Part-time, 15 hours per week – 5 mornings (some flexibility regarding hours)

Annual leave – 25 days’ per annum plus bank holidays (pro rata to 15 hours per week).

We are seeking a diligent and detail-orientated Credit Controller to join our finance team at our office in Lydd. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the credit control process, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts and maintaining positive relationships with clients.   This role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software as well as excellent communication abilities to effectively liaise with customers.

Responsibilities

Assisting the Finance Manager with the day-today operation of the Agency’s invoice discounting facility (IGF) and ensuing cashflow is protected:

• Monitor incoming payments and post to the Agency’s accounting software (Sage)
• Provide monthly reconciliations between the ledgers of the Agency and Invoice Discount Facility
• Provide ad hoc reporting required by the Invoice Discount Facility and assist in regular audits for same
• Issue invoices to local authorities
• Communicate with clients regarding overdue accounts via phone calls and emails, employing effective phone etiquette. and assist in any other credit control duties
• Maintain accurate records of all communications and transactions in the accounting system
• Monitor additional charges to be made to local authorities and third parties for agreed extra support, equipment etc to include obtaining purchase orders
• Monitor receipt of new purchase orders annually for placements and chase where necessary
• Assist with attaching historical purchase ledger invoices on to accounting software on an ad hoc basis
• Assist with year-end procedures as required.

Skills

• A good standard of education (GCSE standard, grade C or above to include Maths)
• Comprehensive and recent experience of accounts and administration duties
• Proficiency in accounting software and strong analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and good phone etiquette
• A full driving licence and access to car

Benefits

Pension scheme, health/well-being cashback plan and discount and reward programme.

If you are a proactive individual with a passion for finance and a commitment to excellence, we would like to hear from you.

For an application pack, please email  hr@credocare.co.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications:  17 August 2025.

Interviews will be held at Credo Care’s office in Lydd on 20 August 2025.

For further information on our company, please see our website www.credocare.co.uk

Credo Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory references and DBS checks.