Credit Control Specialist

Leading Property Management Company | Manchester | £30,000 - £35,000

About Us

Cobalt is working with a leading property management company based in Manchester, specialising in Residential and Commercial property portfolios. With a strong reputation for excellence and a growing portfolio across the UK. They are seeking a mid-level Credit Control Specialist to join their finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the accounts receivable ledger and proactively chase outstanding debts to minimise aged debt
• Process and allocate incoming payments accurately across multiple client accounts
• Conduct regular reviews of aged debtor reports and implement appropriate credit control procedures
• Liaise with property managers and clients to resolve payment queries and disputes
• Prepare and send statements, reminder letters, and final notices according to company procedures
• Set up payment plans where appropriate and monitor compliance
• Reconcile client accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Provide regular reporting on debt collection performance and cash flow status
• Support month-end close processes relating to accounts receivable
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of credit control processes and debt recovery procedures
• Experience using financial software systems (e.g., Sage, Qube, MRI, or similar)
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Good working knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Understanding of relevant legislation relating to debt collection

If you're an experienced credit control professional with a proactive approach and excellent interpersonal skills, we want to hear from you. Join our dynamic team and play a key role in maintaining the financial health of our property management operations.