Credit Controller

Heathcoat Fabrics Limited; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A textile manufacturing company in Tiverton is seeking a Credit Controller to join its Finance team. In this permanent role, you will be responsible for setting up new customer accounts and managing the Company’s debtors, while also assisting the Shipping and Invoicing Manager. The ideal candidate should have prior credit control experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Competitive salary at £30,000 per annum, with additional benefits including enhanced holiday entitlement and leadership development programs.

Benefits

Leadership development and mentoring programmes

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Canteen

On-site car and cycle parking

Enhanced maternity benefits

Company sick pay and life assurance

Tech and Cycle Schemes

Discounts with participating local shops

Qualifications

• Previous experience in credit control.
• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills required.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Set up new customer accounts and manage the company’s debtors.
• Liaise with various stakeholders to ensure prompt payment of sales invoices.
• Provide cover for the Shipping and Invoicing Manager.

Skills

Credit control experience

High attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Experience with export and customs procedures

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Credit Controller to join our Finance team in a key permanent role, supporting both credit control and European customer shipments.

The Department and the Role

A rare opportunity has arisen for a permanent Credit Controller to join our Finance team.

In this role, you will be responsible for setting up all new customer accounts and managing the Company’s debtors. The role will also assist and provide cover for the Shipping and Invoicing Manager.

The ideal candidate will liaise with customers, the sales office, credit insurers and collection agencies to ensure prompt payment of sales invoices, as well as arranging shipments for European sales.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will be responsible for setting up all new customer accounts and managing the Company’s debtors. The role will also assist and provide cover for the Shipping and Invoicing Manager.
• Liaise with customers, the sales office, credit insurers and collection agencies to ensure prompt payment of sales invoices, as well as arranging shipments for European sales.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of credit control
• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible approach and ability to multitask
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Previous experience of export and customs procedures

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £30,000 per annum
Closing date: 20 February 2026

Please quote REC/245 on all applications and correspondence.

• Leadership development and mentoring programmes
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Canteen
• On-site car and cycle parking
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Company sick pay and life assurance
• Tech and Cycle Schemes
• Discounts with participating local shops and businesses
• Contribute to high-profile textile projects

Contact

For further information on this vacancy please contact:

Human Resources Team
Heathcoat Fabrics Limited,
Westexe, Tiverton EX16 5LL UK