STIGA is a leading European manufacturer and distributor of lawnmowers and power garden equipment, with over 90 years of experience in the market
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We are consistently curious, conscious of trends, inspiring, and visionary – just like our customers.
We are seeking a Credit Controller to join our F&A team based in Stansted (UK).
This role involves maintaining strong customer relationships to ensure regular cash collection, reconciling AR and bank accounts, issuing debit / credit notes, monitoring customer creditworthiness, and handling e-commerce ledger follow-ups. The ideal candidate is expected to demonstrate strong tenacity, drive, and discipline to succeed.
Until August 2025, the employee may be based in a temporary office within the Stansted area, with a planned relocation to a new permanent office, also located in the same area. This role will be asked to travel for business purposes to Plymouth.
Accountability & Objectives
- Manage Credit control for UK entity in line with Group procedures
- Maintain frequent relationships with customers to manage the regular cash-in with balancing and reconciliation of AR
- Daily maintenance & reconciliation of bank accounts
- Issue debit / credit notes as required
- Monitor credit worthiness of customers using third party applications
- Maintain e-commerce ledgers with regular follow up to resolve open issues
Key Responsibilities
Credit ControlSales Ledger management & reportingSupport the finance team with Ad Hoc analysis reportingRegularly liaise with both Customers and Sales team with a focus on cash collection and issue resolutionAlways operate according to Group culture, values, rules and proceduresSkills & Qualifications
Experience :
Demonstrated Credit Control experience within a busy environment, including B2B & B2C, e-commerceQualifications :
Accounting qualification is not mandatoryGCSE in Mathematics and EnglishKnowledge :
General knowledge in accounting with preferences for account receivables aspectsBalance-sheet and financial statementsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Languages :
English mother tongueAn additional language is a plusMindset & Interpersonal skills
Capability in dealing with complexity in a multinational environment is neededCapability to promote team-working and collaboration among the different functions both at local and Group level is highly recommendedAn attitude to measure performances by KPIs is highly recommendedAn “hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines are highly appreciatedA good understanding of main company processes is appreciatedBusiness judgment and curiosity are requiredGood communication skills with all levels of the organization are requiredAre you curious about our values? Explore them here!