Your new company
BS1 based business

Your new role

A leading European professional services firm is looking for a confident, relationship-driven Credit Controller to join its established finance team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, stakeholder engagement and the challenge of managing a complex ledger - all within a supportive, people-centred environment.
The Role
You'll take responsibility for a portfolio of foreign currency client accounts, working to maximise cash flow, minimise debtor days and maintain strong credit discipline across the business.Your focus will be on preventing bad debt, promoting good credit practices and building trusted relationships with Partners, Paralegals and long-standing clients. You'll also ensure client master data is accurate and up to date, supporting smooth billing and account management.
Key elements include:

• Client ledger ownership - managing a defined portfolio of international accounts
• Stakeholder engagement - advising Partners and teams on credit policy and resolving queries
• Cashflow management - driving timely payments and reducing aged debt
• Relationship building - maintaining strong internal and external relationships
• Data accuracy - ensuring client information is correct and compliant

Full training is provided, making this a great step for someone looking to deepen their credit control expertise in a high-performing, professional environment.

What you'll need to succeed

• Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders
• A proactive, organised approach to managing accounts
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Strong relationship-building skills
• A calm, solutions-focused mindset
• Previous credit control experience
• Adaptable to change

What you'll get in return
A genuinely impressive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working with flexible hours
• 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Firmwide discretionary bonus
• Paid volunteering day
• Electric Car Scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Workplace ISA
• Discount voucher scheme
• Supportive, friendly culture with long-term progression

What you need to do now
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