Credit Control Team Member (4-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Glasgow
We are currently seeking an immediately available Credit Control Team Member to join our client’s finance function on a 4-month fixed-term contract. This role sits within a legal environment, however no prior legal experience is required.
The successful candidate will support the effective management of customer accounts, ensuring timely debt collection and adherence to agreed business processes. You will play a key role in monitoring and reducing aged debt, minimising financial risk, and supporting accurate financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage credit control activities for an allocated customer portfolio in line with established procedures.
- Monitor and control debt collection, working towards targets for Total Debt, DSO, and Aged Debt.
- Support billing, credit management, and dispute resolution processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Assist with the recognition and reporting of bad debt, including preparation of reserves.
- Process and allocate customer payments, maintaining unallocated cash levels within business requirements.
- Ensure all activity is accurately recorded to maintain a clear audit trail.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships across the finance team and wider stakeholder groups.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience in credit control or cash allocation is desirable; however, candidates with debt recovery or general finance experience are encouraged to apply.
- Highly numerate with strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Well-organised with strong time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Self-motivated, flexible, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
- Immediate availability is essential for this role.
This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a high-performing finance team in a professional services/legal setting.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role due to the immediate start requirement.
For further information, please contact megan.grew@cooperparry.com