Job Description

We are hiring for our client, a highly respected legal firm in Belfast, seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the firm’s billing and credit control processes within a professional, well-established environment.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Work within a professional, respected legal firm in Belfast City Centre
2. Key role managing the full credit control cycle
3. Competitive salary based on experience, flexible working hours 

The Role

• Manage the firm’s credit control process, ensuring timely payment of outstanding invoices
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding overdue accounts
• Issue statements, reminders, and follow-up correspondence
• Liaise with internal billing teams and fee earners to resolve queries
• Monitor aged debt reports and maintain accurate financial records
• Assist with cash allocation, client account management, and reconciliation
• Prepare regular debt reports for senior management
• Work closely with the finance team to ensure compliance with internal procedures
• Support process improvements to enhance overall credit control performance

The Person – What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in credit control, ideally within professional services
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a confident, professional manner
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial administration
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel; experience with legal finance systems desirable
• Team-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently when needed
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships

The Reward – What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• Modern office environment in Belfast City Centre
• Supportive team culture with opportunities to develop and grow
• Stability, structured processes, and a professional working environment

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

Hunter Savage is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting finance and business support professionals across Northern Ireland. For more information or to apply for this Credit Controller job, contact Nuala McClinton for a confidential conversation.