Part Time Credit Control Assistant

The Company
We are partnering with a highly regarded professional services firm with a strong reputation in the region. Known for its supportive and collaborative culture, the business offers a professional yet welcoming environment where staff are encouraged to grow and develop.

The Role
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Credit Control Assistant to join the finance team on a part-time basis. Working closely with the Credit Controller, you’ll support all aspects of the credit control function, helping to ensure the smooth running of client accounts and cash flow.

The role is offered at 28 hours per week, typically spread across 4 days (9:00–5:15). Attendance is required in the office on Fridays for team meetings, with flexibility on the other days. Following successful onboarding, the role offers hybrid working (1–2 days per week from home).

Key Responsibilities

• Chasing overdue invoices via telephone, email, and written correspondence.
• Supporting the Credit Controller in managing aged debt.
• Liaising with internal teams and clients to resolve payment queries.
• Logging and tracking queries, ensuring follow-up actions are completed.
• Updating systems to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance duties as required.

Desirable Skills

• Previous experience in credit control or accounts receivable.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Office 365.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Calm and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience within professional services or a regulated environment (desirable).
• CICM qualification (desirable but not essential).

Benefits

• Salary: £28,000–£32,000 FTE (pro rata for part-time hours).
• Part-time hours: 28 per week over 4 days.
• Hybrid working after onboarding (1–2 days from home).
• A supportive, collaborative team within a respected professional services firm.
• Genuine opportunity to contribute to the success of the finance function.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Farrer Barnes Limited

£32,000 per annum

Canterbury