Credit Controller
Would you like to be part of Vital Energi's 5-Year Strategy of Growth?
Due to our continuing success, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join us.
Within this role, you will be responsible for maximising the company’s cash flow through collection of debts in a timely, efficient and professional manner. The purpose of this role is to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with customers and ensure they adhere to our credit terms. There will also be requirement to undertake other general duties required within the department.
Who are Vital Energi?
Vital Energi is a leading provider of renewable energy infrastructure and systems to the public and private sectors. We are supporting Hospitals, Universities, New Build developments, Towns and Cities as well as Industrial and Commercial clients to decarbonise their buildings.
We have and continue to work on ground-breaking projects throughout the UK which are supporting the UK’s Net Zero targets, such as the recently announced £1 billion low-carbon infrastructure project for Westminster.
With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the team here at Vital Energi.
What You Will Be Doing
- Credit Control – working with the commercial department to chase debts on a regular basis and providing feedback on potential collection issues
- Liaise with internal departments and customers to resolve invoice discrepancies and queries
- Issuing of monthly aged applications reports which includes detailed analysis of under certified values, along with aged debt reports.
- Liaising with Commercial department for updates required on Aged Applications and Aged Debt reports
- Liaising with the commercial department and external clients to determine the correct VAT status is used.
- Ensuring compliance with Domestic VAT reverse charge, gaining end user status for each client and using the correct VAT status.
- Setting up new accounts and maintaining existing account details within Navision
- Assist in credit checking customers
- Bank reconciliations on a daily basis
- Processing contract sales ledger applications, certificates and invoices in line with CIS and Vat regulations stipulated by HMRC
- Processing sales ledger invoices
- Production and posting of journals duly authorised by the Credit Control Team Leader.
- Ad-hoc tasks as required
Who We Are Looking For
Knowledge
- At least 5 years accounts experience within a busy Finance function
- Experience of working within the construction industry and a working knowledge of CIS rules and regulations would be a distinct advantage.
- Computer literate - with experience of spreadsheet and word processing being essential
- Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics and Jet Reports would be a distinct advantage.
- Numerate
Personal Qualities
- An aptitude for working as part of a team
- Good time management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Self-motivated, pro-active problem-solving approach and driven to achieve results
- The ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers, suppliers and colleagues
- A high level of confidentiality, tact and diplomacy
- Attention to detail and the ability to reconcile receipts and resolve queries is essential
- Ability to work under pressure, and within strict deadlines
- Accurate and efficient inputting of data
- Good IT Skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Confident manner, with ability to work to tight deadlines, whilst remaining focussed
- A Full UK driving licence
The Package
- Attractive salary.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
- Cycle to Work scheme and additional employee benefits.
Equal Opportunity
The Company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion based solely on suitability for the role and/or merit. It is Company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origin, political affiliation, religious belief, marital status, or physical disability, nor is disadvantaged by any unjustifiable conditions or requirements.
Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time-limited permission or restrictions attached to their right to work in the UK.
Thank you
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Credit Controller in Darwen employer: Vital Energi
Vital Energi is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the renewable energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide comprehensive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, generous holiday allowances, and access to wellness facilities, all while working on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the UK's Net Zero targets. Join us in our mission to decarbonise buildings across the UK and be part of a rapidly expanding team dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
