Credit Controller, Finance (12 month FTC)
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Occupation TypeCredit controllers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a pro-active and knowledgeable Credit Controller for a 12 month fixed term contract within our Finance team.
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What sort of work?
We are renowned for our private wealth and real estate focus, together with our strong corporate and commercial and dispute resolution teams. We work alongside individuals, families and businesses across a wide range of complex matters and situations.
What makes us different is how we build closer connections with our clients to deliver exceptional results. We do it through creating genuine relationships, a sharp focus on what matters to them and the flexibility to adapt our advice to their situation.
When you come through our door, you’ll notice how genuinely open, friendly and authentic people are. We work well together because we have fun together. We take your happiness and wellbeing seriously. Here, you are free to express yourself and be the best you can be.
Delivering exceptional results takes on a different meaning at Forsters. For us, it’s about being more closely connected to clients, each other and our communities. It’s what drives us, them and you forward.
Why this team?
We are leaders in our field and you will be part of a team with an outstanding reputation, working with high quality clients on high quality matters delivering exceptional outcomes. We will encourage you to be entrepreneurial, explore ideas and make your mark. We will provide you with the support you need to grow professionally and personally to reach your full potential.
What is the environment?
You’ll be in an environment of happiness, collaboration and flexibility. We take our work seriously and being happy and having fun is an integral part of that. We work both in and out of the office in Marylebone depending on what’s best for our clients, our team, our business and our professional growth.
Are we right for you?
We are looking for you to bring your energy and enthusiasm to work every day and to collaborate and work with colleagues as one team, to listen and consider each other. We ask you to take responsibility for your growth and development, share your ideas and let us know what you want to achieve. We are looking for you to get involved in our responsible business activities, pro bono, community and sustainability initiatives.
Other Skills Required
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What sort of work?
- Proactively and professionally engage with clients and fee earners to secure payment for past due invoices in line with the firm’s polices and using agreed templates where applicable.
- Ensure that all cash collection targets are achieved and debt ‘lock up’ is minimised.
- Produce and reconcile unpaid invoices statements to agreed timescales in appropriate format.
- Take ownership in resolving issues/queries around unpaid invoices – escalate where necessary, monitor progress and pursue until resolved.
- Process invoice write offs in line with the firm’s policies and VAT rules.
- Assist the cashiers with the allocation of cash received against appropriate invoices.
- Process credit/debit card invoice payments.
- Monitor potential client-to-bill transfers and follow up with fee earners.
- Ensure that all invoice payment transactions processed are compliant with SRA/AML rules.
- Ensure that a full log of credit control notes and status is maintained.
- Update the credit control status of invoices in a timely manner.
- Reconciliation of payments received and investigating any errors that occurred.
We are renowned for our private wealth and real estate focus, together with our strong corporate and commercial and dispute resolution teams. We work alongside individuals, families and businesses across a wide range of complex matters and situations.
What makes us different is how we build closer connections with our clients to deliver exceptional results. We do it through creating genuine relationships, a sharp focus on what matters to them and the flexibility to adapt our advice to their situation.
When you come through our door, you’ll notice how genuinely open, friendly and authentic people are. We work well together because we have fun together. We take your happiness and wellbeing seriously. Here, you are free to express yourself and be the best you can be.
Delivering exceptional results takes on a different meaning at Forsters. For us, it’s about being more closely connected to clients, each other and our communities. It’s what drives us, them and you forward.
Why this team?
We are leaders in our field and you will be part of a team with an outstanding reputation, working with high quality clients on high quality matters delivering exceptional outcomes. We will encourage you to be entrepreneurial, explore ideas and make your mark. We will provide you with the support you need to grow professionally and personally to reach your full potential.
What is the environment?
You’ll be in an environment of happiness, collaboration and flexibility. We take our work seriously and being happy and having fun is an integral part of that. We work both in and out of the office in Marylebone depending on what’s best for our clients, our team, our business and our professional growth.
Are we right for you?
We are looking for you to bring your energy and enthusiasm to work every day and to collaborate and work with colleagues as one team, to listen and consider each other. We ask you to take responsibility for your growth and development, share your ideas and let us know what you want to achieve. We are looking for you to get involved in our responsible business activities, pro bono, community and sustainability initiatives.
Other Skills Required
- 3E knowledge a preference.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to pick up new systems and procedures quickly.
- Ability to work unsupervised.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and flexibly when required.
- Organised manner with ability to prioritise workload.
- Motivated and pro-active with a ‘can-do’ approach.
- Understanding of privacy and confidentiality.
- The ability to influence and change behaviour.
Forsters LLP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring experience for everyone.
We strive to attract and encourage applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, age, race, nationality, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. Click here to find out more about how we are committed to building a culture where our people can thrive.
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