Temporary Credit Controller

Temporary Credit ControllerLocation: Wythenshawe, Manchester
Salary: Up to -30,000 equivalent
Contract: Temporary
Start Date: Immediate
Sector: Manufacturing

The Opportunity: An established manufacturing business based in Wythenshawe is seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on a temporary basis with an immediate start available.
This is a fast-paced role with a strong focus on query management, requiring someone who can build relationships with customers, investigate issues efficiently and ensure outstanding debts are collected in a timely manner. You''ll be working closely with the sales, customer service and finance teams to resolve disputes and reduce aged debt.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage a designated ledger of customer accounts.
• Proactively collect outstanding debt via telephone and email.
• Take ownership of customer queries and disputes from initial investigation through to resolution.
• Liaise with internal departments, including Sales, Customer Service and Logistics to resolve invoice and delivery-related queries.
• Monitor aged debt and produce regular reports for management.
• Maintain accurate customer records and detailed collection notes.
• Reconcile customer accounts and allocate incoming payments.
• Review credit limits and escalate potential risks where necessary.
• Support month-end reporting and cash collection forecasting.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers to ensure prompt payment and effective dispute resolution.

About You

• Previous experience in a Credit Control role.
• Strong query management and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable handling a high volume of customer contact.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, distribution or product-based environment would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience using finance systems.
• Available to start immediately or at short notice.

Benefits

• Salary equivalent of up to -30,000.
• Immediate start available.
• Modern offices based in Wythenshawe with on-site parking.
• Friendly and supportive finance team.
• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established manufacturing business.

This role would suit an experienced Credit Controller who enjoys customer interaction, thrives on resolving complex account queries and is available to start immediately.

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