Credit Controller

Role: Credit ControllerLocation: Horwich, BL6 6JWContract: Full-Time Hours / PermanentSalary: Up to £29,000 (Dependent on experience)Company: Cumberland Farms (EG Group)About The RoleAn opportunity has arisen for a Credit Controller to join Cumberland Farms in our transactional finance team. Reporting into the Credit Control Team Leader you will play an important role in helping transform the way that our finance department operates as our business continues to grow for many years to come.You will be responsible for managing customer accounts to help maximise cash collection, minimise risk and exceed KPI’s whilst ensuring all debts for new and existing customers are collected in line with the company’s policies and the payment terms agreed.We are looking for a forward thinking, tenacious and ambitious individual with a real passion for Finance & Credit Management. The successful candidate will demonstrate a professional approach whilst also displaying the highest level of accuracy and use their skills and knowledge to improve efficiency within the department.If you are ready to embark on a new challenge and be a part of this exciting opportunity as EG Group writes the next chapter in its history, then this opportunity could be perfect for you!Why Join Cumberland Farms?Discretionary performance-based bonus schemeGrow your career – gain accredited qualifications, apprenticeships, and progression opportunities within a global organisationFlexible working hoursHybrid working – up to 2 days per week (dependent on role and business needs)Salary Sacrifice Schemes – Cycle to Work and Car Scheme availableEnhanced Maternity & Paternity leaveGenerous annual leave entitlementAnnual leave buy back scheme – purchase up to 5 additional daysDiscounted gym membership – stay healthy and save on fitness costsOne paid volunteering day per yearWellbeing facilities – space to relax and rechargeFree secure on-site parkingDress Down FridaysFree VDU eye testWhat You’ll Be DoingEnsure a proactive approach to collecting outstanding debt is maintained to meet collection targetsEnsure you keep accurate records on chasing and payment promisesTake guidance from your team leader to effectively deal with issuesAssist with the workload of other team members from time-to-timeDrive continuous improvement in the number of days debts remain overdueEnsure all non-value added tasks are removed from the day-to-day activity within your roleManage and monitor new customer accounts set up, including the setting and controlling of credit limitsEnsure strong relationships are maintained with customers and internal colleaguesMange your own portfolio of accounts, ensuring outstanding debts are collected in line with company policyWhere appropriate, timely escalation of issuesWork in collaboration with operational teams across the GroupProvide assistance to managers on ad hoc projects from time-to-timePresent and communicate to key stakeholders in a concise and effective mannerThis list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.What We’re Looking ForProven experience within a Credit Control role.Experience using accounting or ERP systems.Strong Excel skills, with the ability to work effectively with data.Proactive, ambitious, and driven to achieve results.Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.Excellent time management skills, with a structured and efficient approach to tasks.Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.Who are Cumberland Farms?Cumberland Farms, Inc. was founded in 1939 and is based in Westborough, Massachusetts and operates as a convenience store and petroleum marketer. It also purchases, sells, leases, and manages commercial strip centers, gasoline stations, and retail outlets. The company offers its services through a network of retail stores, gas stations, and a support system, including petroleum and grocery distribution operations.Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group