Credit Controller

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

Job summary

A prominent equipment rental company is seeking a motivated Credit Controller for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Nottingham. The successful candidate will manage a customer ledger, follow up on overdue payments, and foster customer relationships. Necessary skills include proficiency in Excel and strong communication abilities, with full training provided for those with no prior credit control experience. The role offers several employee perks and a salary sacrifice pension plan.

Benefits

Salary sacrifice pension

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance cover 3x salary

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Prior credit control experience is beneficial, full training provided.
• Proficiency in Excel, including creating formulas and pivot tables.
• Strong communication skills, with a confident phone manner.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a designated customer ledger and follow up on overdue payments.
• Foster customer relationships to ensure efficient collections.
• Assist in generating customer reports and conducting debt/payment analysis.

Skills

Prior credit control experience

Proficiency in Excel

Strong communication skills

Good level of numeracy and literacy

Job description

# Credit Controller (12 Month Contract)## 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.**Please note, this is a 12-month fixed term contract.****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 We Can Offer You*** Salary sacrifice pension* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays* Additional holiday purchase scheme* Free Tool Hire* Life Assurance cover 3x salary* Share save scheme* Eye care vouchers* Recommend a friend scheme* Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required* Cycle to work scheme* Long service recognition* My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands* Discounts on HP products* EE mobile contract discount offers* Gym discounts* Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)* Employee Assistance Programme* Virtual GP Service* Will Writing & Funeral Concierge Service* Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joiningEstablished in 1954, Vp plc has evolved into a dynamic group of companies with expertise in equipment rental. Our organisation encompasses eleven prominent operating divisions: Airpac Rentals, Brandon Hire Station, Hire Station, MEP Hire, ESS, Groundforce, TPA, Torrent Trackside, Vp Rail, UK Forks and CPH.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 experience and skills.The following content displays a map of the job's location.| OpenStreetMap contributors### Credit Controller (12 Month Contract)* **Salary** Competitive* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** vpplc/TP/362/1559* **Contract Type** Fixed Term Contract (Full-Time)* **Working Hours** 37* **Closing Date** 20 February, 2026* **Job Category** Head Office* **Business Unit** Vp Group* **Location** Long Eaton, Nottingham, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 21 January, 2026