Credit Controller

  • Permanent
  • Full time
  • £0 - £25,000
  • Hybrid (ML4 3NJ, Bellshill, North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom)
  • Finance

Kick ICT Group
Kick ICT Group is one of the fastest growing providers of IT Services in the UK, with a talented and highly skilled team that provide outstanding service and value to our customers.

Founded in April 2015 by CEO Tom O’Hara, Kick has grown rapidly with acquisitions playing a vital role in shaping Kick as a respected leader within the industry. Since 2015, nine acquisitions have been made. These acquisitions alongside our strong organic growth have been the key elements in our ability to scale and expand the range of services and levels of expertise that Kick provides to our customers.

Combining over 40 years of expertise and service from respected industry players, Castle and Talon, our five divisions, Technical, Dynamics, Infor, Communications and KickSecure allow us to deliver tailored expertise to each customer.

We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing outstanding IT solutions, services and support. Yet we believe that it's how we work with people that is most important to us.

You can trust in our expertise.

The Role
BASE LOCATION: Bellshill
SALARY: Up to £25K depending on skills and experience
WORKING PATTERN: Permanent I Full-time (35 hours per week)

Kick ICT Group are currently recruiting for Credit Controller to join our growing IT solutions business. Your work will play a critical role in maximising revenue and mitigating credit risk. You should have experience interacting and working with customers to ensure prompt settlement of invoicing and timely remediation of invoicing queries. The role requires performance reporting and analysis to the senior management team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contact debtors through telephone calls and emails to notify them of outstanding invoices and ensure prompt settlement
  • Maintain accurate/up-to-date records of client interactions within the customer ledger
  • Assist with customer invoice queries and follow prescribed escalation process where required
  • Initiate customer hold process for late payers and provide status reports to senior management
  • Maintain regular contact with clients to ensure proper management of debt
  • Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of any issues impacting cash collection
  • Regular review of aged debtor accounts for older balances and potential write offs for discussion with Finance Manager
  • Provide daily updates to senior management on cash collection and bank position
  • Weekly reporting of expected cash flows and any anticipated issues
  • Processing journals for cash receipts and deposit cheques with bank
  • Maintain direct debit collections through Go Cardless portal

What do I need?

  • Previous experience in a credit controller role is essential
  • Microsoft Excel proficient (essential) – pivots, Vlookups
  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Ability to work to deadlines
  • Team player
  • Basic bookkeeping skills preferred
  • Experience of Microsoft Business Central is advantageous but not essential

Benefits

· Competitive salary

· 30 days annual leave (plus a birthday holiday)

· Additional Service Days

· Group personal pension plan

· Private medical insurance scheme

· Hybrid Working

· Life cover (2 x final salary)

· Cycle to work scheme

Kick ICT Group recognise the value of a diverse workforce and are committed to making our working environment inclusive for all.