Credit Controller

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Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm, and our mission is to give people easier access to world class legal services. We are a legal services business powered by technology and led by people that support customers in every step of their case.

We are currently recruiting for a Credit Controller within our Finance department. This roles primary purpose is to facilitate the collection and allocation of cash for Consumer Legal Services. As the Credit Controller, you will form part of the wider team and work cross functionally, often dealing with the lawyers, transactional finance teams, and IT teams in Slater and Gordon. You will manage the debt ledger and the processes around that.

Client service is at the heart of Slater and Gordon and we take pride in the impressive headlines we generate, demonstrating our range of work and the relentless pursuit of justice by our Solicitors.

At Slater and Gordon Lawyers (UK) we are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives innovation. So, we’re building a culture where difference is valued. Our culture motivates our employees to give their full selves to the job and invest in the company’s future. Our people see value in their work and are eager to do well in their roles. Our values ensure that all our employees are working towards the same goals.

If you have got the talent, ambition and focus and are looking for a stimulating and rewarding career we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities to include:
Chase down overdue, unpaid debt
Stay on top of larger invoices before they become overdue, ensuring our cash forecasting is materially accurate
Allocate cash to the correct invoices where required, working with the other Transactional Finance teams
Collaborate with the Heads of Practice to manage queries & disputes on invoices
Provide excellent customer service (internal & external customers)

About You:
Engaging and working with the team effectively and positively
Ability to communicate effectively regardless of audience
Adhering to time frames
Copes well whilst working to tight deadlines and under pressure.
Is flexible and committed to the needs of the business

Company Values:
Our values provide the framework for how we engage with our colleagues, customers, and stakeholders. These behaviours and values must be demonstrated in the role and across the business.

We do what we say we will
We own it, we sort it
We don’t wait, we create
We respect and encourage each other
We make time to live

What we offer in return:
We offer a flexible agile working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance. The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with an award- winning law firm

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