UK Senior Credit Controller

Location:  Haydock, United Kingdom

With over 30 years’ specialist experience Pyroguard provides fire-rated safety glass enabling architects, specifiers and installers to achieve their vision of safe and beautiful living and working spaces. Our markets currently include the United Kingdom, Ireland, The Netherlands, France, Belgium, Iberia, Germany, India, UAE, Nordics & North America.

Join us and you will be part of a dedicated team that can really make a difference in a growing dynamic company.

The Senior Credit Controller is responsible for managing the company’s credit control function for the UK entities of Saverto (3 off), ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, minimising financial risk, and maintaining strong customer relationships.

This position is a 12-month contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the credit control process across the UK business
• Monitor aged debt reports and ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices
• Proactively chase overdue payments via phone, email, and formal correspondence
• Assess and set customer credit limits based on risk analysis
• Review and approve new customer accounts and credit terms
• Resolve complex invoice queries and disputes efficiently
• Liaise with sales and customer service teams to resolve account issues
• Escalate high-risk or problematic accounts where necessary
• Ensure compliance with company policies

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in credit control, with senior-level responsibility
• Strong knowledge of credit risk management and debt recovery processes
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to handle difficult conversations professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications (e.g., CICM – Chartered Institute of Credit Management) are advantageous

Personal Attributes

• Confident and assertive communicator
• Results-driven with a proactive approach
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines




Salary: £35,000 - £40,000