Credit Controller

Euro Garages Limited; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global convenience retailer is seeking a Credit Controller to join their Blackburn office. This role involves managing customer accounts to maximize cash collection and minimize risk, alongside ensuring compliance with company policies. Successful candidates should be proactive and possess solid time management skills, along with experience in credit control preferred but not required. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to grow within a forward-thinking team.

Benefits

Performance Based Bonus Scheme

Access to Apprenticeships

Career development opportunities

Free Secure Car Parking

Dress Down Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience in Credit Control/Accounts Receivable preferred but not essential.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel considered beneficial.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proactive collection of outstanding debts to meet targets.
• Maintain accurate records of payments and chasing.
• Drive improvements in overdue debt resolution.

Skills

Proactive and ambitious

Excellent time management

Strong organisational skills

Ability to work alone or in a team

Fluent in French or German

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based

Contract: Full Time / Fixed Term - 12 months

Salary: Up to £27,000, Dependent on experience & Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Company: EG Group

*This is an office based role 5 days a week*

About the role

An opportunity has arisen for a Credit Controller to join our Transaction Shared Service centre located at our Waterside Head Office in Blackburn.

Reporting into the Credit Control Team Leader you will play an important role in helping transform the way that our finance department operates as our business continues to grow for many years to come.

You will be responsible for managing customer accounts to help maximise cash collection, minimise risk and exceed KPI’s whilst ensuring all debts for new and existing customers are collected in line with the company’s policies and the payment terms agreed.

We are looking for a forward thinking, tenacious and ambitious individual with a real passion for Finance & Credit Management. The successful candidate will demonstrate a professional approach whilst also displaying the highest level of accuracy and use their skills and knowledge to improve efficiency within the department.

If you are ready to embark on a new challenge and be a part of this exciting opportunity as EG Group writes the next chapter in its history, then this opportunity could be perfect for you!

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure a proactive approach to collecting outstanding debt is maintained to meet collection targets
• Ensure you keep accurate records on chasing and payment promises
• Take guidance from your team leader to effectively deal with issues
• Assist with the workload of other team members from time‑to‑time
• Drive continuous improvement in the number of days debts remain overdue
• Ensure all non-value added tasks are removed from the day‑to‑day activity within your role
• Manage and monitor new customer accounts set up, including the setting and controlling of credit limits
• Ensure strong relationships are maintained with customers and internal colleagues
• Mange your own portfolio of accounts, ensuring outstanding debts are collected in line with company policy
• Where appropriate, timely escalation of issues
• Work in collaboration with operational teams across the Group
• Provide assistance to managers on ad hoc projects from time‑to‑time
• Present and communicate to key stakeholders in a concise and effective manner

This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.

What we’re looking for

• Experience working within Credit Control/Accounts Receivable –preferred but not essential
• Experience in using accounting software –preferred but not essential
• Strong working knowledge of MS Excel –preferred but not essential
• Proactive and ambitious
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work well alone or as part of a team
• Fluent in French or German - preferred but not essential

Why Join EG Group

• Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
• Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
• Free Secure Car Parking
• Dress Down Fridays
• Prayer and Ablution Facilities
• Work Anniversary Rewards
• Free Eye Test

Who are EG Group?

EG Group is a leading global convenience retailer, operating a wide range of brands across multiple sectors including fuel, foodservice, and grocery retail. With a presence in over 7 countries and a commitment to innovation and customer service, EG Group continues to expand its portfolio and reach. Our company is focused on delivering value to its customers, partners, and stakeholders through efficient operations and strategic growth.

Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group