Credit Controller

MEP Hire; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic equipment rental organization in Long Eaton is seeking a motivated Credit Controller to join their Finance Shared Service Centre. Responsibilities include maintaining customer relationships, maximizing cash collections, and ensuring smooth debt resolution. The ideal candidate should have prior credit control experience, proficiency in Excel, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, and various employee benefits, including generous leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme

Annual bonus scheme

Life Assurance cover

Learning & Development support

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health Shield (discounted premiums)

Qualifications

• Prior credit control experience is beneficial.
• Proficiency in Excel, including formulas and pivot tables is desirable.
• Strong communication skills, with a confident phone manner.
• Ambitious and eager to learn and develop.
• Good level of numeracy and literacy.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a designated customer ledger and follow up on overdue payments.
• Foster internal and external customer relationships for efficient collections.
• Record all queries promptly and ensure timely resolution.
• Assist in generating customer reports and conducting debt analysis.
• Contribute to credit limit assessments in line with company policies.

Skills

Credit control experience

Proficiency in Excel

Strong communication skills

Good numeracy and literacy

Job description

# Credit Controller## Job IntroductionWe are seeking a motivated Credit Controller to join our Finance Shared Service Centre team in Long Eaton. Reporting to the Credit Control Team Leader, you will play a pivotal role in maximising cash collections and maintaining strong customer relationships. Your positive attitude and dedication will contribute to the success of our credit control department.**Key Responsibilities*** Take ownership of a designated customer ledger and diligently follow up on overdue payments.* Foster and nurture internal and external customer relationships to ensure efficient collections.* Record all queries promptly and accurately, ensuring timely resolution.* Assist in generating customer reports and conducting debt/payment analysis.* Contribute to credit limit assessments in alignment with company policies.* Provide support and cover for fellow team members when required.**What We're Looking For*** Prior credit control experience is beneficial (full training provided)* Proficiency in Excel, including creating formulas and pivot tables, is desirable* Strong communication skills, with a confident phone manner* Ambitious and eager to learn and develop* Good level of numeracy and literacy**What's in It for You*** 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays* Additional holiday purchase scheme* Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme (auto-enrolment after 3 months, employee pays 5% + 3% Vp contribution)* Annual bonus scheme* Life Assurance cover- 3 x salary (from day 1)* Share Save Scheme* Eye care vouchers* Recommend a Friend Scheme* Learning & Development – commitment to developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training* Potential study support for CICM qualification.* Free tool hire* Free onsite parking* Cycle to Work Scheme* Flu vaccinations* UNUM - Employee Assistance Programme* Long Service Recognition Scheme* My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts/rewards on thousands of well-known brands* Discounts on HP products* EE mobile contract discount offers* Discounted gym* Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)* Regit Assist 24/7 accident helplineEstablished in 1954, Vp plc has evolved into a dynamic group of companies with expertise in equipment rental. Our organisation encompasses seven prominent operating divisions: Airpac Rentals, Brandon Hire Station, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, Torrent Trackside, and UK Forks.Across these divisions, we proudly provide an extensive range of specialist products and comprehensive services tailored to various industries. Our offerings cater to diverse sectors such as construction, civil engineering, rail, water, oil and gas, outdoor events, and housebuilding.With a rich history and a commitment to excellence, Vp plc is your trusted partner for all your equipment rental needs. Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experienceThe following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Credit Controller* **Salary** Competitive* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** vpplc/TP/361/1520* **Contract Type** Permanent (Full-Time)* **Working Hours** 37* **Closing Date** 22 January, 2026* **Job Category** Head Office* **Business Unit** Vp Group* **Location** Long Eaton, Nottingham, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 23 December, 2025