Eaton Syalon are working with a Derby based business to recruit a Senior Credit Controller into their Finance team. As Senior Credit Controller, you''ll report into the Credit Manager and will take ownership over your own ledger whilst supporting and mentoring a Credit Control Assistant. This role is ideal for candidates who are looking for a step up into a senior role. Key Duties Include: - Review accounts and resolving queries - Liaise with external departments to ensure prompt payment resolution - Issuing statements for customer accounts - Deal with third parties when the business have been unsuccessful at resolving debtor issues - Assist with ensuring that all Direct Debits are collected on time and posted to the ledger - Assist with cash allocation when required - Identify and discuss any process improvements with the Credit Manager, to help strengthen the controls and increase efficiency - Manage the credit control inbox, ensuring queries are resolved promptly to prevent escalation - Support the Credit Manager in delivering audit requirements and providing information to the Financial Accounts team as requested - Provide day to day guidance and mentorship to the Credit Control Assistant, supporting their development and ensuring consistent processes and performance standards are maintained - Manage and monitor the Bad Debt Provision and related reporting Person Profile: - Previous credit control / sales ledger experience - Strong IT skills to include Excel -