- Location
- Derbyshire, Derbyshire
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Closing date
- Today
Description
Credit Controller
Application Deadline: 27 November 2026
Department: Credit Control
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Lockington, Derbyshire
Description
About Breedon Group:
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.
Job Purpose:
Management of sales ledger, customer service, maximisation of cash flow.
Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically integrated construction materials group in Great Britain, Ireland, and the USA. We're dedicated to providing high-quality materials and services for the construction industry, with a commitment to safety, sustainability, and innovation. Joining Breedon means becoming part of a team that values excellence and is committed to making a positive impact.
Job Purpose:
Management of sales ledger, customer service, maximisation of cash flow.
Key Responsibilities
- Cash collection
- Management of sales ledger accounts
- Recording of all communications using a bespoke collections system
- Weekly collections forecasting
- Risk analysis
- Regular liaison with sales team
- Problem solving
- Complex reconciliations
- Working towards and understanding given targets
- Monitoring of overtrading
- Management of credit limits
- Provide holiday cover for team members
- Query logging
- Other duties as requested by line manager
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Must be able to demonstrate a high level of written and numerical literacy
- Must have good negotiation skills, and have the ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines
- Must be able to clearly communicate financial matters
- Preferably CICM level 2 / studying towards CICM level 3
Job Benefits
- Contributory Company Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
- Holiday Purchase Scheme, up to 5 days per holiday year
- Digital GP Scheme
- Volunteer Scheme
- Share Saver Scheme
- Company Life Assurance Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
- Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
- Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.
Diversity Statement:
At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.
Join Us:
If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.
Application Process:
Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.
Ready to make a meaningful difference? Apply now by submitting your CV. We look forward to considering your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.
Skills
Customer ServiceNegotiation