Credit Controller

Location
South West London
Salary
£25000 - £35000 per annum, Benefits: Numerous & Competitive
Posted
23 Jan 2017
Closes
20 Feb 2017
Ref
125926-KD
Contact
Kerry Donoghue
Job Title
Finance Assistant
Industry Sector
Banking / Finance
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Are you an experienced Credit Controller? Have you gained experience within a law firm previously?

Do you have the ability to be assertive and confident in collecting debts, whilst at all times maintaining an assured and professional manner?

Are you proficient in the use of debt and/or revenue management systems? ( ideally MiniSoft ARCS 2G Expert -Aderant)

This role would see you working with an internationally renowned law firm, where you would display your commercially astute attitude and

ability.Your duties would include but not be limited to;

  • Chasing outstanding debts for Practice Groups by telephone and email;

  • Recording chase history and agreed payment timescales on the system;

  • Proactively resolving and monitoring any queries raised;

  • Liaising with partners and associates on all debts, including conducting face-to-face meetings;

  • Analysing, monitoring and reducing 90+ debt;

  • Checking incoming funds on bank account;

  • Responding to correspondence from clients;

  • Electronic filing;

  • Adhering to and following guidelines set out in the Credit Control Procedures Manual;

  • Undertaking ad hoc projects as directed; and

  • Assisting the Credit Control Team Leader where necessary.

Ideally you will have five or more GCSE's at grades C and above ( Maths would ideally be graded at B or above) You should also demonstrate

the following abilities;
  • Ability to conduct face to face and telephone debt reviews with partners and fee earners.
  • Experience of dealing with international clients is desirable.
  • Strong analytical and negotiation skills to help resolve queries.
  • Significant experience of account reconciliation.
  • Ability to be assertive and confident in collecting debts, whilst at all times maintaining an assured and professional manner.
  • Competent in the use of MS Office, including experience of Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
  • To have a flexible and proactive approach to debt collection.
  • To be driven and motivated about the role and keen to contribute to the team.
  • To be flexible and adapt quickly to a changing environment.
  • To have the ability to work to given time frames and anticipate likely work flows.
  • To have attention to detail and consistently produce high quality work.
 This role is an immediate requirement so do not hesitate to apply today.

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