At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage outstanding debts, improve cash flow, and build strong customer relationships.
- Company: Join Orona, a leader in sustainable vertical transportation with a global presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday allowance, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Flexible part-time roles available, perfect for students or those seeking work-life balance.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in finance with opportunities for growth and development.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for credit control and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 27450 - 33550 £ per year.
Orona is a leading European business group in sustainable vertical transportation. As a global operator with almost 60 years’ experience, it delivers value for customers through its platform of products and services covering the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance, modernization, refurbishment and replacement of lifts and escalators in all market segments.
The Role
We’re looking for a motivated and detail-focused Credit Controller to join our finance team in Sheffield. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller looking for their next challenge, but we’re also open to considering someone with no previous Credit Control experience if this is the career they genuinely want to pursue and develop. We are also open to candidates looking for a part-time opportunity of 4 days per week, making this a fantastic role for someone seeking greater flexibility alongside their career. The role offers hybrid working, providing a great balance between office and home working. You’ll play an important role in supporting the business by managing outstanding debt, improving cash flow and building strong relationships with customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Chasing outstanding debts from customers by telephone, email and letter
- Building positive relationships with customers and negotiating payment plans where required
- Assessing credit applications and carrying out credit checks
- Resolving customer queries relating to invoices and payments
- Monitoring customer accounts and following up overdue balances
- Preparing reports on debtors, collections and cash flow
- Working closely with the wider finance team to minimise credit risk and improve cash collection
What We Offer:
- Attractive Salary: Competitive pay that reflects your skills and experience
- Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, and 8 public holidays
- Secure Future: Benefit from a pension scheme with increasing company contributions as you grow with us
- Peace of Mind: Life Insurance to support you and your loved ones
- Health & Wellbeing: Medical Cash Back Plan to help with health costs, plus access to 24/7 GP services
- Family-Friendly Benefits: Enhanced leave for family-related events and emergencies
- Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support for personal or work-related challenges
- Eye Care: Eyecare vouchers to help keep your vision sharp
- Recognition for Longevity: Long Service Awards to celebrate your milestones with us
- Referral Rewards: Earn a Recruitment Referral Fee by helping us find top talent
- Continuous Growth: Ongoing Training & Development opportunities to support your career journey
Join ORONA and be part of a company moving the world safely and efficiently every day.
Requirements
- Previous Credit Control or finance experience is desirable, but not essential
- Someone who is genuinely interested in making Credit Control their career
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Confident speaking with customers and handling payment-related conversations
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good knowledge of MS Office; experience with accounting software is advantageous
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop
Credit Controller in Sheffield employer: Grupo Orona
Grupo Orona is an excellent employer for aspiring Lift Engineers in Chichester, providing a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and efficiency. With a strong focus on employee growth through their Transferable Skills Programme, you will gain invaluable experience while working towards NVQ qualifications, all backed by competitive benefits including generous leave, pension contributions, and health & wellbeing programs.
