Credit Controller

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Hargreaves Services Plc
A diversified group delivering environmental, industrial and property services globally.
Manage credit control, collect debts, assess credit risk, and support cash flow.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Esh Winning, England, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,346 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Property
Energy
Environmental
United Kingdom Infrastructure
Manufacturing
Mechanical and Electrical Contracting
Logistics
Role
What you would be doing
reporting
reconciliation
credit assessment
cash posting
dispute resolution
debt reporting

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join our HELM division finance team on a full-time basis. Based on-site in Esh Winning, this role is essential to managing and maintaining the company’s credit control processes, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts, minimising credit risk, and supporting healthy cash flow.

You’ll work closely with customers and internal teams to resolve payment issues and maintain strong financial relationships.

  • Support month-end reporting and reconciliation of accounts receivable
  • Monitor and chase outstanding customer payments via phone, email, and written correspondence
  • Assess creditworthiness of new and existing customers
  • Perform reconciliation of bank accounts, managing incoming cash receipts and posting to the ledger
  • Resolve invoice disputes and queries in collaboration with sales and customer service teams
  • Prepare aged debt reports and escalate overdue accounts as necessary
  • Maintain accurate records of debtor accounts and payment history
  • Set and review credit limits in line with company policy
What you bring
excel
accounting software
credit control
bank reconciliation
detail‑oriented
communication
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Capable of working independently and managing daily requirements
  • Familiarity with credit control procedures and relevant legislation
  • Experience in credit control or accounts receivable
  • Diligent, well-organised, and methodical
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero)
  • Highly motivated and able to meet designated timescales
  • Experience working in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across the business
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills
  • Process improvement mindset
  • Knowledge of bank reconciliations and cash allocation postings
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
£150M+ turnover
Annual Revenue
The company generates over £150 million in yearly revenue through its diversified services.
9,000+ acres managed
Land Portfolio Size
The Land division manages over 9,000 acres of brownfield sites for regeneration projects.
  • Founded in 1994, the company evolved from coal-mining roots into a global diversified services business.
  • Operates across three main divisions: Services, Land and Raw Materials, expanding beyond its historical base.
  • Services delivers earthworks, logistics, mechanical & electrical contracting and waste handling across major infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
  • Land division focuses on regenerating brownfield sites into mixed-use residential and commercial developments.
  • Raw Materials arm trades specialist industrial commodities and recycles steel waste via its German joint venture.
  • Operates internationally from its UK headquarters with centers in Hong Kong, South Africa and Germany.
  • Maintains a robust project pipeline in both development and services sectors.
  • Typical projects range from major infrastructure earthworks to logistics for industrial clients and brownfield development schemes.
  • The company pivoted away from coal in the 2020s, repurposing its land portfolio and diversifying its service offering.
  • Known for combining regeneration, engineering and logistics expertise in unique cross-sector projects.
Culture + Values
  • Accountability – We own and take pride in our work and understand how it fits into the bigger picture. We recognise and celebrate success and learn from failure.
  • Openness – We champion and practice honest two‑way communication. We ask questions and can expect answers. We actively speak up, share and listen across the team.
  • Ambition – We challenge ourselves to learn and grow. We create and embrace change that helps us deliver on our goals.
  • Community – We care about the success of our tenants and communities and their future. We embed sustainability and wellbeing in our decision making and activities.
  • Teamwork – We make an effort to know when colleagues need help and support and we offer it. We ask for help when we need it.
Environment + Sustainability
ESG A Rating
Sustainability Achievement
The Group holds an A rating from Integrum ESG.
2022 CSR Gold
Corporate Sustainability Recognition
Received CSR Gold award in 2022.
78,000 Trees
Carbon Reduction Initiative
Over 78,000 trees planted on group-owned land.
100% Renewable
Energy Efficiency
100% renewable electricity achieved and maintained.
  • Net Zero Transition Strategy: deliver net zero emissions from corporate activities by 2030 and net zero from all operations by 2050.
  • Specific targets: Corporate Activities by 2030; Cars & Vans by 2035; Plant by 2040; HGV and Maintenance, Construction & Infrastructure by 2050.
  • Published Carbon Innovation 8‑Point Plan including initiatives such as tree planting, low‑carbon client solutions and staff environmental training.
  • Supply Chain Sustainability School Silver rating achieved (after Bronze previous year), with aim to achieve Gold.
  • Annual full GHG emissions assessment in place; online ESG awareness training mandatory for all employees covering fuel, water, waste reduction and recycling.
  • Like‑for‑like energy use reduction of 10% achieved for controlled assets by 2024.
  • Target to achieve minimum EPC B rating for all assets by 2030.
  • Zero waste to landfill maintained; target to reduce waste generation by 5% and increase recycling rate by 50% for controlled assets by 2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Employment policies comply with equal opportunity legislation irrespective of race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
  • EDI & Equal Opportunities policy statement in place; gender pay gap report published annually.
  • Harassment not tolerated, non‑discriminatory HR policies.
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