UK Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant

Are you ready to play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting business growth? We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our Finance team as a UK Credit Controller / Accounts Assistant.

Location: White City, West London

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum

Benefits: Comprehensive package including pension scheme, life insurance, employee assistance programme, 25 days annual leave, Colart product discounts, hybrid working model

Reports to: Finance Director – UK & International

Your Role as UK Credit Controller/Accounts Assistant:

You will play a critical role in overseeing the UK credit control function, ensuring effective management of accounts receivable and supporting a strong financial control environment. Working closely with the UK finance team, Commercial and SIOP teams, you will help drive efficiencies and contribute to the overall financial health of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and reconcile the aged debt report and customer accounts
• Allocate customer payments and reconcile with bank statements
• Monitor and manage customer credit limits, including approvals
• Set up new customer accounts and process invoices, credit and debit notes
• Take ownership of accounts receivable in cash flow forecasting
• Collect overdue payments via phone, email, and written correspondence
• Resolve customer queries and disputes professionally
• Partner with sales teams on rebates and other commercial matters
• Collaborate with customer service teams to resolve issues and raise credits
• Review accounts on hold and take appropriate action
• Attend and contribute to weekly aged debt review meetings
• Process employee expense claims
• Support ad-hoc finance initiatives, including data analysis and journal processing

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles
• Experience with accounting systems (ideally Infor M3)
• Proven experience in accounts receivable and/or accounts payable
• High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Professional and confident written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive mindset with ownership and accountability
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Collaborative approach with both finance and non-finance stakeholders

About Colart:

At Colart our mission is “inspire every artist in the world.” We take pride in our heritage brands and the passionate people who bring them to life. We have 800 employees across 12 countries and our products are sold in over 130 countries. Colart Group is the parent company of iconic art brands like Winsor & Newton, Liquitex, Lefranc Bourgeois, Conté à Paris, Charbonnel, Snazaroo and Reeves. We develop innovative products that inspire creativity at all levels, from professionals to hobbyists and students. Proudly B Corp™ certified, we are committed to sustainability with science-based carbon reduction targets, creating financial, environmental, and social value. Sustainability shapes our culture, reducing environmental impact and enhancing social contributions through community engagement and artist wellbeing.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Many Voices. One Community. We are committed to being a company of choice, creating a workplace where every individual thrives, both professionally and personally. If this position appeals to you, apply now to join our team and contribute to our continued success.