Credit Controller

HAYS
City of London, Greater London

Job Description

Credit Controller - Join a Growing Premium Brand

Your New Company
A well-established, fast-growing business operating in the premium consumer goods sector. The company combines strong commercial performance with a close-knit, professional finance team and a supportive working environment. Based in Central London, the business continues to expand across UK and EU markets.Your New Role
As Credit Controller / Accounts Receivable Analyst, you’ll play a key role in managing cash flow, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting wider finance operations. This is a hands-on role offering exposure across credit control, accounting support, VAT, and Amazon Seller Central reporting.You’ll be office-based five days per week, working closely with senior stakeholders and contributing to continuous finance process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable / Credit Control

  • Proactively chase outstanding debts by phone and email in line with agreed payment terms
  • Investigate and resolve internal and external payment queries, keeping directors informed of progress
  • Review invoices, remittances, and payments to identify and resolve discrepancies
  • Process customer credit card payments via PDQ machines and payment terminals
  • Issue weekly/monthly statements, invoices, and credit notes (and on request)
  • Set up new customer accounts and liaise with internal teams to support timely query resolution
Financial Analysis & Accounting Support
  • Record and reconcile transactions across the sales ledger, purchase ledger, and cashbook
  • Accurately process sales and purchase invoices
  • Perform month-end reconciliations, investigating credit balances, discrepancies, and rebates
  • Assist with VAT registrations and reconciliation of VAT control accounts for monthly and quarterly VAT returns (UK, EU, multi-currency)
  • Process daily income, cheque payments, and online banking transactions
  • Produce ad hoc financial and management reports as required
Amazon Seller Central Management
  • Manage and navigate Amazon Seller Central, producing sales, settlement, and financial reports
  • Collate and reconcile Amazon sales data, fees, and VAT information
  • Support Marketplace Facilitator VAT requirements, including Amazon’s role in collecting and remitting VAT for UK and EU sales
What You’ll Need to Succeed
  • At least 2 years’ experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence using Office 365
  • Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Confident telephone and written communication skills
  • Well-organised, flexible approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
What You’ll Get in Return
  • Working hours: 9am-5pm, office-based 5 days per week
  • 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • 2 additional days annual leave for Jewish High Holidays
  • Statutory pension
  • Annual salary review with increases every 12 months
  • Unlimited staff discount on jewellery purchases (60-70% off retail prices)

What you need to do now

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Posted 2026-05-10

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