Credit Controller

Reference: 260423133_1781013354

Credit Controller
Location: Plymouth
Salary: £29,000-£34,000
Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Credit Controller. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a collaborative team where you will take ownership of Credit Control and play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow.

The Role

As Credit Controller, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounts receivable and cash collection activities, ensuring timely payments and effective risk management across the customer ledger. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve queries and improve processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full Credit Control cycle, including invoicing, cash collection, and reconciliation
  • Monitor customer accounts to ensure adherence to agreed payment terms
  • Accurately allocate incoming payments in a timely manner
  • Assess and manage customer credit risk, including setting and reviewing credit limits
  • Escalate financial risks and support decision-making on account holds and releases
  • Proactively chase overdue balances and secure payment commitments
  • Track incoming cash and contribute to short-term cash flow forecasting
  • Produce clear and concise reporting on collections, risks, and variances
  • Investigate and resolve customer disputes efficiently and professionally
  • Collaborate with Finance, Sales, and customers to resolve issues and drive process improvements

About You

  • Proven experience in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role
  • Strong understanding of credit risk management and cash collection techniques
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and a proactive approach

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance
  • Career development within a growing organisation

If you are a driven Credit Controller looking for your next challenge, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply today or contact Matt Jones at Butler Rose for a confidential discussion.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£29,000.00 - £34,000.00
Per annum
GBP29000.00 - GBP34000.00 per annum

Plymouth

Permanent

Added 09/06/2026
Reference: 260423133_1781013354

Credit Controller

Plymouth
Permanent

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