Credit Controller

Company: Charters Estate Agents
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Location: Worthing
Job Description:

Welcome to Charters, where local knowledge meets strong values and people always come first. As part of Lomond, the UK’s leading network of Lettings and Estate Agencies, we’re proud to operate across 26 branches with a team of over 370 dedicated professionals supporting our customers every day.

With extensive industry expertise and a deep understanding of the local market, we’re committed to helping people find, sell, and let their property with confidence.

We’re delighted to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Credit controller in our Worthing office.

Responsibilities

  • Proactively monitor and manage outstanding payments from tenants and landlords, ensuring timely collections.
  • Initiate and oversee recovery processes, collaborating with external agencies when necessary.
  • Accurately input and maintain invoices within our financial systems.
  • Regularly reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Generate comprehensive reports on arrears and credit control performance for senior management review.
  • Liaise effectively with landlords, tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders to address and resolve payment issues.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance credit control procedures and implement effective solutions.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in credit control, finance, or a related field is preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with a talent for building rapport with stakeholders.
  • Strong ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload efficiently.
  • Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with financial systems.
  • A proactive approach with strong problem‑solving capabilities.
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks.

Benefits

  • 28 days holiday
  • Competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles
  • Contributory pension
  • Smart spending app gives discounts at over 900 retailers
  • Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions
  • Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme
  • Cycle2Work Scheme to reduce carbon footprint
  • Enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF
  • Professional development funding to support your qualifications and career growth

We’re excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It’s our way of showing appreciation for your dedication.

At Charters, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you.

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Posted: May 15th, 2026