Your new companyPortbury based business looking to grow from £7m to £10m this yearYour new roleWe're looking for a proactive and commercially minded Credit Controller to join this Portbury team and take ownership of our B2B credit control function.This is a hands-on role where distinguishabilities, attention to detail, and confident communication are essential.Key ResponsibilitiesCredit management: Manage the full credit control cycle for a diverse B2B customer base, ensuring timely payment and healthy cashflow.Debt recovery: Proactively chase outstanding invoices via phone, email, and statements, escalating where appropriate.Account reconciliation: Regularly reconcile customer accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve queries quickly.Customer relationships: Build strong, professional relationships with customers, balancing firmness with excellent service.Credit checks: Conduct credit assessments for new and existing customers and recommend credit limits.Reporting: Produce weekly aged debt reports, highlight risks, and support management with cashflow forecasting.Process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline invoicing, collections, and customer communication.What you'll need to succeedProven experience in B2B credit control, ideally within FMCG, wholesale, or a fast-paced operational environment.Strong understanding of sales ledger processes and credit control best practice.Confident communicator with the ability to handle difficult conversations professionally.High level of accuracy, organisation, and resilience.Experience using accounting software (you must have xero experience)Ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload.What you'll get in returnCompetitive salarySupportive, friendly team environmentOpportunity to shape and strengthen the credit control functionOn-site parking and accessible Portbury location20 days holiday+bank holiday20% discount on produce and Christmas HamperWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.INDHAFHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be JBRP1_UKTJ