Credit Controller

Mesh-AI Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retail company is seeking an experienced Credit Controller for a 9-month fixed-term contract in Belfast. The successful candidate will manage customer accounts, ensure cash flow, and build relationships with internal and external partners. A background in credit control and strong communication skills are essential. The role offers competitive pay with structured progression, generous leave, enhanced family benefits, and access to extensive health and wellbeing resources, including gym discounts and dental insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with structured pay scales

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Access to Techscheme for discounted technology

Eyecare vouchers

Smart Health services

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a credit control role.

Responsibilities

• Managing and collecting outstanding debt in line with agreed credit terms.
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments.
• Reviewing and setting credit limits.
• Resolving account queries and disputes efficiently.
• Producing regular debt and cash collection reports.
• Working closely with internal departments to minimise overdue balances.

Skills

Strong communication and negotiation skills

Excellent attention to detail

Time management

Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel

Job description

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Role: Credit Controller (9 month FTC)

Charles Hurst is looking for an experienced and proactive Credit Controller to join our finance team. This role plays a key part in managing customer accounts, maintaining cash flow, and building strong internal and external relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and collecting outstanding debt in line with agreed credit terms
• Allocating and reconciling customer payments
• Reviewing and setting credit limits
• Resolving account queries and disputes efficiently
• Producing regular debt and cash collection reports
• Working closely with internal departments to minimise overdue balances

About You

• Previous experience in a credit control role
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user‑friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.