Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With five offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services. Lightfoots LLP are looking for a Credit Controller to join their busy and friendly finance team in Thame, Oxfordshire. The role will be responsible for managing and maintaining debtor accounts, ensuring prompt payments and developing a positive and understanding relationship with clients. The successful candidate should be proactive and solution based in their approach to the role. Key Responsibilities Help the finance team to monitor and manage accounts receivable ledger Contact clients requesting payment of overdue invoices using all methods of communication (telephone/email/SMS/written/banking payment platform). Agree payment plans and negotiate with the clients for the same.Liaising with our teams when required. Issue LBAs and liaise with our debt recovery team Produce statements for clients if requested Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies Maintain accurate credit control reports Work towards reducing the aged debtor days of the firm What We’re Looking For Proven experience in credit control Excellent communication and negotiation skills Attention to detail and accuracy Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficient in Microsoft tools eg Excel Previous experience using a credit control software package an advantage Previous experience in the legal industry useful but not a requirement This is a part-time position, 3 days per week, with the option of hybrid working. Why work for Lightfoots Solicitors? Our staff are our greatest asset and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. We provide a range of benefits to support you in and outside of the workplace. Firstly, you will enjoy enhanced annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an enhanced pension scheme, alongside a competitive salary. For your health BUPA Private Medical Insurance (after a qualifying period), Healthcare cash plan for your everyday healthcare expenses for you and your dependents, access to a 24/7 GP service, Employee Assessment Programme, company sick pay, free flu vaccinations, and more. For your wellbeing Discounted gym memberships, fruit in all offices, paid volunteer days, Wellbeing and awareness events across the year. Your wellbeing and mental health is our highest priority at Lightfoots, which is why we have 9 qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm to provide confidential support. For you and your family We provide an option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs your care. We also provide enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave alongside many more family friendly policies. Generous discounts on legal services. For your career We offer Significant learning and development opportunities alongside a structured appraisal process, sponsored training for qualifications, networking opportunities and access to 100s of webinars and training activities. For your belonging We have an active Social committee, Charity Committee, Wellbeing Committee and an ESG committee. We actively encourage new joiners to take an active part in a committee if it is an area of interest. We have firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club and lots more……. If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on [email protected]. As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know. Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.