Credit Controller

Reed Accountancy are currently assisting a growing organisation in the Crawley who are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their existing team. Reporting to the Finance Manager this role will carry out all aspects of the credit control function. Credit Controller responsibilities will include: Maintain the sales ledger and customer credit accounts to ensure timely payment against agreed credit terms Assigning credit terms and maintaining effective customer relationships to ensure prompt payment and reduce late-payment/ bad-debts Manage the customer 'stop-list' and liaise with the Sales teams and customer to promote sales but minimise risk Reconciliations, month-end closure procedures and process credit-card payments over the telephone Manage customer correspondence relating to invoicing, statements and 'requests for payment' Provide credit control support/ administration for European sister-companies Requirements: Team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work on own initiative is essential Proven ability to work under pressure in a busy environment Recommend any improvements and new ideas to the Finance Manager in a proactive, positive way Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently, in order to develop effective customer and supplier relationships. Computer literate - Ideally Sage and Microsoft Apps (particularly Excel, Outlook, Word) An excellent opportunity to join this forward thinking organisation who currently offer some hybrid working, so don't delay apply now