Credit Controller

Credit Controller - Chorley, Lancashire

Ref: 979Thursday 2 April 2026

£31,000

📍 Chorley | 🕒 Full Time, Permanent | 💼 Office-Based

A well-established and growing organisation within the property and asset management sector is looking to appoint an experienced Credit Controller to join their friendly and supportive finance team.

With a strong presence across the UK and Europe, the business manages a substantial and diverse commercial property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong working relationships.

 

The Role

As a Credit Controller, you will take ownership of a portfolio of accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances while maintaining excellent client relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing and maintaining a portfolio of customer accounts
  • Proactively chasing overdue payments (rent, service charge, insurance and utilities) via phone and email
  • Resolving account queries in collaboration with internal teams
  • Attending regular debt review meetings
  • Reconciling accounts and monitoring account activity
  • Liaising with third parties including solicitors and enforcement agents where required
  • Raising invoices and processing payments
  • Supporting legal processes when necessary
  • Adhering to internal procedures and compliance guidelines
  • Assisting with ad hoc finance duties as required

 

About You

We’re keen to hear from candidates who are organised, proactive and confident communicators.

You will ideally have:

  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience within a Credit Control role
  • Strong Excel skills and good working knowledge of MS Office
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
  • A collaborative approach and team-focused mindset
  • A full UK driving licence
  • Property management experience is desirable not essential 

 

What’s in it for you?

  • £31,000 per annum
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Birthday day off (post-probation)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Sick pay
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Study support opportunities
  • Modern office environment
  • Free on-site parking
  • Regular company events
  • Referral programme
  • 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm)