Credit Controller – Initial 6-Month Contract

Office-Based | Burton-upon-Trent | £28,000 – £29,000

Eaton Syalon is recruiting a Credit Controller to join a well-established, reputable business based in Burton-upon-Trent on an initial 6-month contract.

This is a full-time, office-based role, ideal for someone with previous Credit Control experience who enjoys a varied, end-to-end position within a fast-paced and supportive team environment.

• Review customer credit profiles and maintain appropriate credit limits
• Manage customer accounts to ensure payments are received in line with agreed terms, following up on overdue balances
• Post and allocate cash receipts to the correct customer accounts
• Record incoming queries promptly and work closely with internal teams to resolve them within agreed timeframes
• Complete credit checks for both new and existing customers in line with internal policies and insurance requirements
• Investigate and resolve any customer debit notes or discrepancies efficiently
• Prepare regular reports highlighting overdue accounts for review
• Escalate problematic or aged debt to the AR Manager where appropriate
• Raise ad-hoc invoices, including recharges, rentals, and asset-related billings
• Process credit notes in accordance with internal controls and approval processes
• Distribute customer statements within set deadlines
• Support rebate calculations and process the relevant credit notes
• About You:
• Previous experience in a Credit Control or office-based finance role
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to confidently liaise with customers and internal stakeholders
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail
• Available to start immediately or at short notice