Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant

Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant

Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant

London (Office-based with Hybrid option after probation)
£25,000 – £35,000 DOE + Bonus

 

Company Profile

A well-established wholesale business with a strong reputation for supplying high-quality products and providing excellent service to its trade customers (B2B). Operating from its central London office, the company prides itself on building long-term relationships and maintaining a friendly, supportive team environment. As the business continues to grow, it is looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join its dedicated Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller or Accounts Assistant seeking a stable career.

What’s on Offer?

  • Permanent, full-time position (Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm, 1-hour lunch break)
  • Hybrid working available (1–2 days from home after the settling-in period)
  • Competitive salary: £25,000 – £35,000 DOE + performance bonus
  • Generous holiday package: 20 days annual leave + bank holidays + paid Christmas close-down (2–4 days)
  • Pension scheme enrolment
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, professional, and friendly office environment

 

What will you do as a Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant?

  • Proactive Debt Collection: Contacting wholesale customers (B2B) to ensure the timely payment of invoices.
  • Managing customer account queries and maintaining excellent client communication.
  • Accounts Receivable Management.
  • Assisting with bookkeeping and double-entry accounting
  • Reconciling accounts and supporting efficient month-end reporting.
  • Using (or learning) Sage accounting software to process financial transactions and maintain records.
  • Supporting wider finance and administrative functions within the business.

 

What you need as a Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant?

  • Proven Experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Assistant role, ideally within a wholesale or B2B environment.
  • A confident and professional telephone manner for effective debt collection.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • An understanding of basic bookkeeping and double-entry accounting.
  • Working knowledge of Sage software (a significant advantage but not essential).
  • A foreign language skill (Italian preferred) would be beneficial for the company’s trade customer base.
  • The individual should be well-presented, reliable, and a strong team player with a proactive approach to solving finance issues.