Credit Controller

Sharp Consultancy are delighted to be working with a well-established manufacturing business in Sheffield as they look to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a successful business with a strong reputation within its sector. Working as part of a high performing finance function, you will play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow, building customer relationships and ensuring outstanding debt is managed effectively. The company offers a supportive working environment, long-term stability and genuine opportunities for personal development. Key Responsibilities: • Managing a ledger of customer accounts, ensuring debts are collected within agreed payment terms. • Proactively chasing overdue invoices by telephone and email while maintaining positive customer relationships. • Investigating and resolving customer queries relating to invoices and payments. • Allocating incoming payments accurately and reconciling customer accounts. • Producing aged debt reports and providing updates to the Finance Manager. • Negotiating payment plans where appropriate and escalating accounts when necessary. • Liaising with internal departments to resolve any billing discrepancies. • Supporting month-end processes and assisting with cash flow forecasting. The Ideal Candidate: • Previous experience in a Credit Control position. • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. • Organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload. • Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting software. • A proactive approach with strong attention to detail. • Manufacturing or business-to-business environment experience would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on Offer: • Salary up to £28,000. • Full-time permanent position. • Free onsite parking. • Early finish on Fridays • Company pension scheme. • Supportive and friendly working environment. If you would like to know more, please apply or call Tom at Sharp Consultancy. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.