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About us:

At Hozelock, we’ve been helping people nurture their gardens for generations. From innovative watering solutions to trusted gardening tools, our products are designed to make growing easier, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. But behind every great product is a great team. We’re a company that values curiosity, craftsmanship and collaboration, where ideas are encouraged, expertise is shared, and people are empowered to make a real impact. If you’re passionate about quality, innovation and being part of a business with a proud heritage and an exciting future, Hozelock could be the place for you.

Job Purpose:

To supervise the day to day function of the AR department, whilst supporting the delivery of the finance objectives through cash collection and credit management on a timely basis from customers for UK and export markets.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Credit Control

* Work with legal and other agencies to collect overdue debts where required

* Administer and report daily orders held for credit reasons

* Maximise cash collection from customers within terms through dunning

* Run weekly Debtors report with commentary for specified accounts

* Review debtors on a weekly basis with sales ledger team and monthly with manager

* Manage Letters of Credit accounts

* Weekly forecast of incoming cash to support working capital needs

* Manage credit insurance limits and policy

Sales Ledger

* Own set Customer base and carry out sales ledger responsibilities, dealing with all queries through to resolution

* Process payments for specified accounts

* Send out monthly statements for specified accounts

* Process commercial rebates for specified accounts

* Any ad-hoc reports/analysis as required

* Comply with the Health and Safety responsibilities as defined in the company health and safety policy

What are we looking for?

* 5+ years’ experience in a similar role

* Previous experience working with credit insurers

* Credit Management qualifications (desirable)

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills

* Knowledge of SAP (desirable)

* Experience of working in a busy and fast paced working environment