A busy independent lettings agency based in Canary Wharf managing a substantial portfolio of properties in and around central London are seeking a highly motivated Credit Controller. This role will be permanent and full time in the office.

Key Responsibilities of the Credit Controller:

• Assessing tenant rent accounts to identify cases that are in arrears.
• Collecting / Chasing rents from tenants
• Posting all monetary transactions to relevant tenant accounts.
• Contacting tenants / leaseholders via telephone, email and formal letter to chase payment of outstanding debts.
• Liaising with tenants / leaseholders to ensure that any queries or disputes are resolved in a timely manner.
• Arranging payment plans with defaulting tenants and following this up with written confirmation.
• Arranging Section 8 notices and liaising with solicitors in the event of any non-payment of rent.
• Generate debtor reports for review by management.
• Maintain and administer accounts database.
• Raise monthly, quarterly demands.
• Assist with all bank rec's and other accounts administration duties.
• Any other ad-hoc duties.

Skills and Experience

• Experience as a Credit Controller in a similar role / industry.
• Possess strong time management skills.
• Possess good IT skills, including Excel.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team and under own initiative.
• Demonstrate very good written and verbal communication skills.