Salary guide
Credit Controller
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
FinanceAccounting
- Credit controllers help keep businesses solvent
Other names this job is known by
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Collections Officer
Key responsibilities
- Monitor and manage customer accounts
- Chase overdue payments and resolve queries
- Negotiate payment plans
- Maintain accurate records
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree or diploma in business, finance, or accounting
- Experience in credit control or finance roles
- Communication and negotiation skills
- IT and accounting software skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Controller
- Credit Manager
- Finance Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study business, finance, or accounting
- Gain experience in credit control or finance roles
- Progress to senior or management positions
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