Part Time (20 hours pw) Credit Controller

Posting date:	27 February 2026
Salary:	£28,000.0 to £30,000.0 per year
Additional salary information:	£28-30,000 doe
Hours:	Part time
Closing date:	29 March 2026
Location:	Altrincham, Greater Manchester, wa144du
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	4775046_1772207572

Summary

Are you an organised, proactive and people‑centered credit controller looking for your next opportunity? This role gives you the chance to make a real impact in a supportive, collaborative and values‑driven environment where your ideas and passion are genuinely welcomed.We're looking for someone who not only brings strong credit control skills, but who also thrives in a workplace built around purpose, passion, people, and principles. If you enjoy being part of a team that works hard, cares deeply, and celebrates success together - you will fit right in.You'll be joining a workplace shaped by four core values:

Purpose

You're someone who takes pride in delivering a personalised, thoughtful service. You care about producing work that contributes positively, goes beyond expectations, and makes a meaningful difference day‑to‑day.

Passion

You bring energy and enthusiasm to what you do. You listen, collaborate, share ideas, and help create an enjoyable, creative working environment where everyone feels inspired.

People

You believe in supporting others, nurturing talent, and being a positive ambassador. You're a team player who helps colleagues shine and succeed.

Principles

Integrity matters to you. You treat everyone with respect, uphold high standards of quality, and embrace continuous improvement with determination and pride.
Your new roleWorking as part of the small team based in Altricham, you will work part time (over 4 days or 5 days (flexible on hours worked) 20 hours per week as the Credit Controller.

Key Responsibilities. Credit Control

• Assess new client credit and monitor ongoing risk.
• Set up new client accounts and ensure accurate billing details.
• Manage account opening documentation when requested.
• Maintain up‑to‑date client records.
• Raise invoices and applications accurately and in a timely manner.
• Process monthly scheduled billing.
• Allocate BACS receipts and cheque payments, including daily banking.
• Produce and share daily client receipt reports with management.
• Proactively chase outstanding debt by phone, email, and letter.
• Escalate overdue accounts through the full debt‑recovery process-including legal steps when required.
• Collaborate with project and senior staff to resolve invoice queries.
• Prepare monthly statements and carry out account reconciliations.
• Use online government debt‑recovery platforms when necessary.
• Ensure clear, accurate notes of all credit‑control activity.
• Prepare aged debtor listings and analysis for monthly meetings.
• Offer support across other finance or administrative tasks as required.

What you'll need to succeed
You will have previous Credit Control and Sales Ledger experience,
Able to work as part of a small team collaboratively,
Hands on approach
Can do attitude,
Professional and personable
Able to work part time - 20 hours per week (4 or 5 days),

What you'll get in return Part time 20 hours per week
Up to £30,000 pro rata depending on experience
Collaborative team
Parking available
Company pension
23 days holidays - rises with service- plus bank holidays + option to buy additional holidays


What you need to do now


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