Credit Controller

Assess and reduce any financial risk to Legrand and work with key suppliers who provide financial data to minimise financial risk and keep bad debts low. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities:  • To be inspirational, dynamic and have pro-active approach towards the business. • Ensure that customer debts are kept below stated target levels.  • Actively chase monthly cash targets. • Complete and present regular management reports.  • Work with/ meet all necessary parties resolve customer complaints and Debit Note issues and to develop positive ongoing internal and external Customer relations. • Adhere to strict monthly arrears process. • Pro-actively support ‘month-end’ Sales Ledger activities. • Make positive contribution towards department workflow improvements. • Deputise for Credit Team Leader when required to maintain critical department processes.  • Abide by all relevant Policies, Rules and Standards and actively promote Legrand’s Core Values and Code of Ethics. QUALIFICATIONS Key Attributes:  • Highly experienced in Credit Control, Credit risk and sales ledger tasks • Be willing and able to undertake regular independent UK travel • Excellent understanding of the Legal framework for Collection of debts. • A practical hands-on approach to problem solving & analytical skills. • Good face-to-face and written communication skills. • The ability to work well under pressure and maintain a positive attitude. • To achieve set objectives and targets. • The ability to work within multifunctional teams, but also able to work effectively alone. • A working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word packages.