We are currently recruiting for a Credit Controller to join our busy Finance department, to be based at our Derby head office.
This role would suit candidates from a credit control background but would work equally well for a seasoned Finance Assistant that has experience in managing the credit control remit as part of a broader role.
The Credit Controller will be responsible for overseeing the credit control process on behalf of the firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for chasing fee earners and partners within the firm, at all levels.
The role focuses largely on liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure any outstanding monies are paid in a timely manner to the firm. Once the full credit control has been exhausted, the Credit Controller will be responsible for commencing legal proceedings with relevant parties.
The role reports directly to the Finance Director and Chief Finance Officer.
The role is full time, Monday to Friday 09:15 to 17:30 with a one-hour unpaid lunchbreak.
Key Responsibilities
* Producing and reviewing the aged debt reports for all firm-wide debts
* Sending out reminder letter/statements on a timely basis in accordance with the relevant SLAs
* Actively chasing fee-earners and clients directly to ensure timely and effective collections of outstanding debts
* Ensure all communication/documentation sent out is clear and accurate and in accordance with the relevant SLAs
* Negotiating re...