Accounts Administrator / Credit Controller in Waltham Abbey

Accounts Administrator / Credit Controller

Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex (EN9)
Salary: up to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Arrangement: Office-based

About the Company

A construction and maintenance business specialising in roofing, cladding, building envelope solutions and property refurbishment.

Working with local authorities, housing providers and main contractors, the company has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects and building long-term client relationships.

Due to continued growth, looking for an experienced and proactive Accounts Administrator / Credit Controller to join our team based in Waltham Abbey.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding business where you can take ownership of the day-to-day accounts function and play an important role in supporting the company's financial operations.

The Role

As an Accounts Administrator / Credit Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily accounts administration across Group's construction and maintenance divisions.

The position will involve managing purchase and sales ledgers, processing invoices, monitoring payments and maintaining effective credit control procedures.

A key focus of this position will be proactively managing outstanding debts, ensuring payments are received on time and providing regular financial updates to the management team.

We are looking for someone who is organised, confident communicating with clients and suppliers, and comfortable managing their own workload.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Administration & Purchase Ledger

Process and manage supplier and subcontractor invoices.

Accurately allocate invoices and project costs using QuickBooks.

Obtain relevant management approvals before processing payments.

Monitor outstanding supplier invoices and upcoming payment deadlines.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.

Maintain accurate financial records across the business.

Sales Ledger & Invoicing:

Prepare, raise and issue client invoices accurately and promptly.

Liaise with surveyors and contracts managers to ensure timely invoicing.

Allocate incoming payments against outstanding invoices.

Monitor client accounts and maintain accurate sales ledger records.

Investigate and resolve invoice queries.

Credit Control & Debt Management

Take ownership of credit control across the business.

Proactively contact clients to confirm upcoming payments.

Chase outstanding and overdue invoices via telephone and email.

Liaise with client accounts departments, surveyors and commercial teams to resolve payment issues.

Monitor outstanding payment applications, certificates and agreed payment dates.

Escalate overdue accounts and potential payment risks to management.

Maintain detailed records of credit control activity and correspondence.

Financial Reporting & Reconciliations

Prepare weekly debtor reports and aged debt analysis.

Provide directors with regular updates on outstanding balances and expected incoming payments.

Assist with cash flow monitoring and forecasting.

Identify recurring late payments and potential financial risks.

Support month-end reconciliations and general accounting administration.

VAT, CIS & Accountant Support

Assist with maintaining accurate VAT and CIS records.

Ensure subcontractor payments and CIS deductions are recorded correctly.

Liaise with external accountants regarding VAT returns, CIS submissions and financial reporting.

Provide supporting documentation for accounting and statutory requirements.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent position within a growing construction business.
• Opportunities for salary progression and professional development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the accounts function and develop alongside the business.