Credit Control & Finance Admin - Newton Abbot - Hybrid (1DPW from home)

Job DescriptionCredit Control & Finance Admin - Newton Abbot - Hybrid (1DPW from home) - (RL7933)Salary - Negotiable Location - Newton AbbotBenefits - 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, extra Christmas leave, increasing annual leave with service, flexi time, Medicash plan, shopping discounts, 24/7 helpline, funded training and qualifications, professional membership, referral bonuses, dress-down Fridays, and a wellbeing team.The ClientA supportive and collaborative accountancy practice that truly values its people and their development. With a focus on continuous learning, professional progression, and employee wellbeing, this firm supports a varied client base and offers a modern, flexible working environment. Based in Newton Abbot.The CandidateYou'll be an experienced finance professional with a strong background in credit control and a genuine passion for building relationships. This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, enjoys improving systems and efficiencies, and brings a calm, confident approach to managing sensitive financial discussions with clients. Ideally, you'll have 3+ years of Credit Control experience, either standalone or as part of a broader finance role.The RoleAs Credit Controller and Finance Administrator, you'll work closely with the Practice Finance Manager and Office Manager to manage and improve the firm's credit control and financial admin processes. You'll have a real opportunity to shape how the function operates and contribute to long-term improvements. This is a varied role involving client liaison, ledger maintenance, payment allocation, purchase ledger administration, and more. Working in a small and ambitious team, who are currently going through an exciting period of growth and change.ResponsibilitiesAllocate receipts from the bank throughout the day and update the ledgerReconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies (under/overpayments)Issue invoices and monthly statementsHandle telephone and email queries with a professional, client-focused approachTake card payments and monitor the Accounts Admin inboxEnter purchase ledger invoices and assist with supplier BACS payment summariesMaintain accurate supplier records and payment termsAssist with client banking (cheques/cash) and communicate issues to PartnersProvide ongoing support to colleagues and contribute to department improvementsAssist annually with Professional Fees Insurance (PFI) tasksEssential RequirementsMinimum 3 years' experience in Credit ControlStrong client relationship-building skills with a calm and confident communication styleAbility to handle potentially difficult conversations respectfully and effectivelyExperience with Sage (or other accounting software)Excellent attention to detail and organisational skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)Experience working across multiple entities is a bonus but not essentialWorking Hours & FlexibilityMonday to Friday, 08:30am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours/week with a 1-hour unpaid lunch)Flexibility considered: minimum 30 hours/week over 4 or 5 daysWFH 1 DPW available on an ad hoc basis after initial settling-in periodTo apply for this Credit Control & Finance Admin permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV.Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience.Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

Created: 2025-08-06