Senior Credit Controller

Company: Venture Recruitment Partners
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Location: Guildford
Job Description:

We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Hampshire that is seeking an experienced Senior Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and commercially minded professional who enjoys building strong relationships, improving processes and driving cash collection performance.

Reporting into the Credit Manager/Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of key accounts whilst supporting the wider credit function to ensure debtor days are minimised and cash flow remains strong.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing and collecting outstanding debts across a large customer portfolio
  • Proactively chasing overdue payments via telephone, email and written correspondence
  • Building strong relationships with customers to resolve payment queries efficiently
  • Undertaking account reconciliations and resolving disputed invoices
  • Reviewing and assessing customer credit limits and making recommendations where appropriate
  • Producing aged debt reports and communicating collection performance to senior stakeholders
  • Escalating high-risk accounts and recommending appropriate action
  • Supporting month-end processes, including reporting and cash forecasting
  • Identifying opportunities to improve credit control processes and procedures
  • Mentoring and supporting junior members of the credit control team

About You

  • Previous experience in a Senior Credit Controller or Credit Control role
  • Strong track record of reducing aged debt and improving cash collection performance
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Confident negotiating payment terms and handling challenging conversations
  • Strong attention to detail and account reconciliation experience
  • Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems
  • Professional, resilient and results-driven approach

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid working options
  • Supportive and collaborative finance team
  • Opportunity to influence processes and make a visible impact
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Modern offices and excellent working environment

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Posted: October 23rd, 2026