Credit Controller

Kennedys is looking for a Credit Controller to join our Financial Operations team based in Chelmsford. The successful Credit Controller will work as part of the Working Capital team, alongside the, Cashiering and Finance Database teams, to provide a proactive support service to the Firm.
Team
Kennedys Finance team support the firm globally producing timely and accurate financial and management information, reporting solutions and operational support to maintain the high standard of service offered to the firm's internal and external clients.
Our Finance team is made up of Financial Control, Financial Planning and Reporting, Management Accountants, Working Capital, Legal Cashiers and Financial Operations Database teams.
Our UK Finance team is based in Chelmsford and London and have a presence in eight global offices. The role is hybrid with 3 days in the Chelmsford office.
Key responsibilities
Provide a comprehensive credit control service
pursue debtors frequently and effectively by telephone, email and letter to secure payment within Kennedys agreed payment terms
Proactively engage fee earners and partners to improve collections and reduce debtor days
by arranging monthly meetings with fee earners and partners to agree collection plans