Credit Controller Administrator

About the role

Sharp Consultancy is looking for a proactive Credit Controller Administrator to join a large finance team in South Leeds. The role focuses on reducing aged debt, improving cash flow and maintaining strong customer relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Proactively chase outstanding debts via telephone, email and written correspondence.
• Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, minimising overdue balances.
• Assess new credit applications, conduct credit checks and recommend credit limits.
• Monitor creditworthiness and review limits as required.
• Post and allocate customer payments accurately.
• Reconcile accounts and support month‑end sales ledger activities.
• Prepare aged debt reports and update management on collection performance.
• Investigate and resolve payment disputes, billing queries and account discrepancies.
• Escalate severely overdue accounts to legal or external collection agencies when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company credit control policies and procedures.

Required profile

• Previous experience in Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or a similar finance role.
• Proven track record of reducing aged debt and improving cash collection.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship‑building abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise a high‑volume ledger and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics or Sage

What we offer

• Salary £28,000 per annum (paid weekly via timesheet).
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on business cash flow and financial performance.