Credit Controller

We have an exciting opportunity for a colleague to step into the role of Credit Controller within our Financial Operations team, on a 6-month fixed term contract. If you have a proven background in receivables management and credit control and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact on the financial health of a fast-growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

In this role, you'll take ownership of the group's credit control operations — managing inbound cash collection, assessing credit risk, and acting as a trusted partner to the sales team to maintain healthy cash flow across the business.

What we're looking for:

• proven experience managing receivables, ideally within a group environment
• strong knowledge of credit control principles, credit risk assessment, and collections strategies
• experience owning receivables month-end processes, including bad debt provision and cash flow reporting
• proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office, including Dynamics 365 (Desirable)
• confident, professional communication style — both written and verbal
• highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload and work independently
• a collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities

Key Responsibilities:

• develop and implement effective collections strategies, including fee deduction and direct debit collections
• monitor and follow up on overdue payments, partnering with consultants and clients to resolve billing issues and negotiate payment plans where necessary
• maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment activity within Dynamics 365
• produce aged debt analysis reports, manage bad debt provision, and contribute to cash flow forecasts
• own and maintain group receivables schedules for both month-end and year-end reporting
• support the Accounts Receivable Team Leader with the adoption of acquisition-inherited debt
• provide first-line review and training support for Finance Assistants and junior finance staff

What's in it for you:

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career here at Mattioli Woods, take on greater responsibility, and make a real impact within a team you may already know well. You'll benefit from our continued investment in your development and the support of a collaborative, close-knit finance function.

💰 competitive salary (depending on experience)

⏰ 34.5-hour working week

🏥 health cash plan (Core Level 1)

💼 5% Employer and 5% Employee minimum Group Pension contribution (if you choose to contribute 6%, we will match this)

💖 4x salary life assurance and Group Income Protection (50% of reference salary)

💖 Benenden Healthcare (company-funded; includes 24/7 GP access, mental health support, physiotherapy, medical diagnostics, and access to selected surgical treatments)

🎉 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory; increases by 1 day annually from year 2)

🏠 hybrid working – a blend of home and office time

🌱 training and development opportunities

To express your interest, please speak with your line manager in the first instance and then submit your application via Workday.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Our selection process

We know that finding the right role can be overwhelming. As a result, we want all candidates – from entry-level to leadership – to experience a fair and transparent recruitment process.

Our selection process is an important part of our culture. We have therefore broken it down, mapping out the process your application may follow.