Credit Control / Bookkeeper

Location: Uckfield, East SussexJob Type: Permanent (Full-Time, Office-Based)Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm (including 1-hour lunch break)Salary: £27,500 rising to £28,500 following successful completion of probation + benefits

Our client is a specialist professional services firm with a strong reputation within its sector. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Credit Controller & Bookkeeper to join their close-knit team in Uckfield.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking for a varied role that combines credit control, bookkeeping, and financial administration within a supportive and fast-paced environment.

We are currently recruiting for a Credit Controller & Bookkeeper to take ownership of the company's credit control processes whilst supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is highly organised, confident communicating with clients, and capable of managing multiple priorities. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting month-end reporting activities.

• Managing end-to-end credit control activities across the business
• Issuing invoices, statements, and payment reminders
• Chasing outstanding debt via telephone, email, and written correspondence
• Allocating receipts and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records
• Investigating and resolving payment disputes and billing queries
• Escalating higher-risk cases when required
• Producing debtor reports and management information
• Supporting the business in maintaining strong cash flow performance

• Maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers
• Processing invoices, credit notes, receipts, and financial transactions
• Reconciling customer and bank accounts
• Maintaining financial records using Xero
• Supporting month-end reporting and management accounts preparation
• Liaising with external accountants and supporting audit requests
• Assisting with general finance administration and reporting requirements

• Previous experience within a Credit Control, Bookkeeping, Finance Assistant, or Accounts role
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes
• Experience using Xero accounting software
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities
• Excellent communication skills with a professional telephone manner
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and within a small team environment
• Strong problem-solving and prioritisation skills

• Starting salary of £27,500
• Salary increase to £28,500 upon successful completion of probation
• Medicash healthcare scheme following successful completion of probation
• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of a varied and important finance function

If you have experience in credit control, bookkeeping, or finance administration and are looking for your next opportunity within a professional and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.