Credit Controller

About the role

Our client, a well‑established business in Weybridge, is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. You will own the credit control function, work closely with colleagues across finance and the wider organisation, and ensure timely collection of customer payments while maintaining strong relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Manage collection of outstanding customer payments and follow up overdue accounts professionally.
• Post, allocate and reconcile customer payments; prepare statements, reminder letters and invoices.
• Monitor credit limits, conduct credit checks for new accounts and set up new customer records.
• Reconcile bank accounts, including foreign‑currency transactions, and support month‑end reporting.
• Assist with VAT and HMRC reconciliations and provide cover for the purchase ledger when needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve account queries and release orders.
• Support the wider finance team with ad‑hoc accounting and administrative duties.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in credit control.
• Confident communicator by phone and email.
• Well‑organised with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable handling UK and international customers, including foreign‑currency transactions.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Team‑player who enjoys collaborative work.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems.

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Supportive, collaborative finance team.
• Opportunity to work within a stable, established business.
• Varied role with responsibility and autonomy.