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Portfolio Credit Control are pleased to be partnered with a well-established professional services firm who are looking to continue its positive growth within the business by recruiting a Senior Credit Controller to lead the Credit function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Credit professional to take the next step with added responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the credit control function * Working towards cash collection targets set by the FD and managing one direct report (Credit Controller) * Act as a point of escalation for complex or stagnant debt * Manage a number of our largest clients on a day-to-day basis * Liaise with fee earners to determine the appropriate approach for non-creditworthy clients or private individuals, conduct credit checks on all new clients (PLC/LTD/LLP) using the integrated Credit Safe tool, and recommend appropriate credit limits based on results * Where necessary arrange debtor's meetings with Divisional Directors to discuss/review problem accounts. * Work with the credit controller to chase agreed debtors by telephone, email, and letter (if appropriate) in line with the company Chase Timetable * Maintain the risk profile of the ledger by keeping the DSO at or below industry norm, achieving a monthly target set by the Finance Director, and maintaining debt older than 90 days to less than 15% of the overall debt * Build and maintain close links with customers to ensure the smooth running of accounts and timely recovery of payments * Document call notes and other correspondence within our finance system * Respond to and assist in the resolution of account and invoice queries, both internally and externally, in a timely fashion * Reconcile accounts on an ad hoc basis * Monitor debtor account balances closely * Ensure Client Statements are issued monthly * Ensure Divisional Debtor reports are issued monthly * Create a cooperative working relationship with the business, including advance notice of legal action against customers * Lead on Action and Monitor Legal action, providing regular updates to the business * Ensure all credits and payments are matched off at month-end, and overpayments are refunded promptly * Ensure bank statements are allocated daily and monthly for all Iceni Companies * Ensure all cash receipts are posted daily to the finance system and any cheques are banked promptly * Review and proactively manage client risk using the Credit Safe monitoring tool, provide and update the monthly risk analysis cash collections report Candidate Profile: * Minimum of 5 years' experience with an SME in a similar role (£20m+ turnover, £3m ledger value) * Adept at working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with high volumes * Some experience working in a professional services company (consultancy, lawyers, accountants) * Experience within the planning/property sector is preferable but not essential * Experience in line management/managing a direct report * Experience acting as a point of escalation and dealing with and resolving complex debt collection (Final Demands, Legal Action, Chase Path Escalation) * Familiarity with data entry software (Business Central, Jet, Credit Safe) (Preferable)…

Do you have experience in processing CIS payments and working with subcontractors to review high volume orders? * I am supporting a construction client recruiting a Purchase Specialist for a 4-month contract to start ASAP - this can be a hybrid or fully remote role the office is based in Stevenage. * The ideal candidate must have CIS and Construction experience. * Review and validate a high volume of Subcontract orders in line with HMRC and Company compliance Analysis and resolution of general Application for Payment discrepancies Resolve Subcontractor queries * Must have solid understanding of CIS and Construction Act * Able to recognise if something is inside or outside CIS, reverse charge VAT * Needs to be a specialist / qualified in this Works effectively in a high volume and fast paced environment and have worked in a subcontract role Please reach out if you are immediately available to start or 1 week notice 48784LHRINDCC

Do you have experience in processing CIS payments and working with subcontractors to review high volume orders? * I am supporting a construction client recruiting a Purchase Specialist for a 4-month contract to start ASAP - this can be a hybrid or fully remote role the office is based in Stevenage. * The ideal candidate must have CIS and Construction experience. * Review and validate a high volume of Subcontract orders in line with HMRC and Company compliance Analysis and resolution of general Application for Payment discrepancies Resolve Subcontractor queries * Must have solid understanding of CIS and Construction Act * Able to recognise if something is inside or outside CIS, reverse charge VAT * Needs to be a specialist / qualified in this Works effectively in a high volume and fast paced environment and have worked in a subcontract role Please reach out if you are immediately available to start or 1 week notice 48784LHINDCC