***6 Month Temp Contract***

To manage the company’s credit control function, ensuring timely collection of payments, minimising bad debt risk, and supporting cash flow across construction projects. The role involves working closely with commercial, project and finance teams to resolve payment issues related to applications, variations, and contractual terms.

Key Responsibilities:

Credit Control & Collections

• Proactively chase outstanding invoices via phone, email, and written communication.
• Monitor debtor balances and ensure adherence to agree credit terms.
• Reduce aged debt and escalate overdue accounts where necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of all collection activity.

Construction-Specific Duties 

• Manage payments relating to applications for payment, valuations, and interim certificates.
• Understand and track retention payments and release schedules.
• Liaise with Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers to resolve disputes.
• Monitor contract terms (e.g. payment schedules, variations, and final accounts).
• Support resolutions of invoice discrepancies linked to site progress or approvals. 

Customer & Stakeholder Management 

• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Handle queries efficiently to avoid payment delays.
• Negotiate payment plans where required. 

Reporting & Administration 

• Produce aged debtor reports and cash collection forecasts.
• Highlight high-risk accounts and recommend action.
• Maintain and update customer account details and credit limits.
• Assist with month-end processes and audit requirements. 

Risk Management 

• Assess credit worthiness of new and existing customers.
• Recommend credit limits and monitor exposure.
• Support implementation of credit control procedures and policies.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a credit control role.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills. 
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple accounts.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. 

Desirable (Construction Industry)

• Experience in construction or related sector.
• Knowledge of applications for payment, CIS and retention.
• Familiarity with contract types (e.g. JCT or NEC contracts) 

Benefits: 

• Casual Dress.
• Company Events.
• Company Pension.
• Health & Wellbeing Programme.
• On-site parking.
• Paid Volunteer Time

Triangle Fire Systems are a Real Living Wage Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. The company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.