Entry-level Finance
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Position Overview & Specifications
Jackson Hogg are delighted to be partnering with a manufacturing business in Bedlington on the appointment of a Credit Controller.
This role is suited to candidates who are seeking an entry-level finance role and may have some experience in a customer-facing environment.
Responsibilities:
To assist and maintain all aspects of the Credit Control and Credit Management functions within the operating company ensuring all targets are achieved to specified deadlines.
- Daily processing of bank statements and cash receipts to customer accounts & reconciliation between company codes
- Production and maintenance of customer account block schedule
- Weekly production and maintenance of overdue report
- Monthly production of period end reports, including OTC reporting, provision requirements etc.
- Production of periodic cash flow forecast quarterly and monthly as required
- Proactive chasing of all debtors including the preparation and action of notice of terms documentation and legal notices
- End of period closure and reconciliation
- Timely and accurate processing of new customer accounts in accordance with procedures. Obtaining and reviewing credit agency reports and customer financials to support credit worthiness.
- Prepare and initiate reviews of customer credit terms, inactive customers and accounts for referral.
Qualifications:
Core Requirements
Must be numerate with good communication, keyboard and problem-solving skills. Ability to work well under pressure and within set time frames. Good attention to detail
A to C grades GCSE English and Maths. Education to A Level standard preferred although experience will be considered. Microsoft packages (essential)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,000.00-£23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Entry-level Finance roles across Jackson Hogg's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £21,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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