Senior Credit Control Administrator

Anderson Knight is seeking a Credit Control Administrator to join our clients busy Finance team. This varied role offers the opportunity to combine credit control, sales ledger administration, financial reporting and commercial support within a fast-paced business environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer accounts, supporting cash collection activities, maintaining accurate financial records and providing valuable commercial and pricing support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across different areas of the business and building strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Control & Sales Ledger

• Proactively manage the collection of outstanding customer debt whilst maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account queries in a timely manner.
• Monitor customer credit limits and payment terms, highlighting any concerns or exceptions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records.
• Carry out regular credit reviews in line with company procedures.
• Process cash allocations and undertake general sales ledger maintenance.
• Produce and distribute customer statements.
• Identify and escalate overdue or high-risk accounts where appropriate.
• Liaise with credit agencies, solicitors and debt collection agencies when required.
• Provide trade references and credit-related information as requested.
• Prepare regular credit control reports for management.

Finance & Reporting

• Raise and process invoices and credit notes accurately and promptly.
• Support month-end reporting and finance processes.
• Assist with account reconciliations and ensure financial records are maintained accurately.
• Analyse account information for management reporting and audit purposes.
• Support wider Finance team activities as required.
• Provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave or absence.

Commercial Support

• Produce weekly compliance and commercial performance reports.
• Maintain and update customer pricing information across business systems.
• Process approved price changes, contract amendments and pricing updates.
• Support the administration of estimating and pricing systems.
• Assist with initiatives aimed at improving margins and commercial performance.
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, Commercial and Operational teams to support business objectives.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An HNC qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience gained within a finance environment.
• Previous experience in credit control, accounts receivable, sales ledger or a similar finance role.
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook and ERP systems such as SAP.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues across the wider business.

Desirable

• Experience of finance and reporting systems such as Navision, Hyperion or similar.
• Knowledge of commercial pricing systems and reporting tools.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes pride in delivering accurate work, enjoys building positive relationships and is confident working with both financial and commercial information. You will be a team player with a proactive attitude, strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a varied and rewarding role.