Are you an experienced Credit Controller working in B2B collections, with a background in the financial services or insurance industry?
The Acorn Group is continuing to see significant business growth and is now looking for a proactive Credit Controller to strengthen their Collections function.
Reporting to the Customer Collections Team Leader in this essential role you will take full ownership of our B2B collections for our subagent/broker business, ensuring effective account management, timely collection of moneys due, reconciliations and performance reporting.
Job Title: Customer Collections
Location: – (Liverpool) – Hybrid (Required to be in the office 3 days per week)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday9:00am to 5:30pm, 37.5 hours a week
What you will be doing:
Actively pursue all outstanding payments and invoices securing timely payment and reducing outstanding debt
Proactively drive reduction in overdue broker balances
Regular monitoring and actions to ensure no subagent/broker debtors exceed 60 days
Build and maintain strong relationships with the subagents/brokers
Collaboration with other areas of the business including the subagent/broker relationship, Fleet and underwriting administration teams
Regularly liaising with subagents/brokers via email and phone
Resolving of any subagent/broker invoice queries both internally and externally
Reconciling and allocation of payments/accounts
Ownership of the month end subagent/broker process and a detailed knowledge of the debt ledgers
Produce monthly debt reporting for FinOps pack and KPI monitoring
Provide analysis and create monthly reporting on third party collection data
Actively support the evolution of the department through continuous improvements and process development
Aid in the coaching and development of other team members to build relationships with the subagents/brokers and business stakeholders.
Support the team in ensuring they meet and exceed monthly KPIs
Adherence to business rules and regulations set out by the FCA
Reporting and supporting analysis of collection performance
Support colleagues with training
Implementation and business expert on the ICE subagent/broker collections process
Owner and maintainer of the subagent/broker contacts list
What we’re looking for:
Experience in B2B collections (Preferred but not essential)
Professional individual with exceptional communication and negotiation skills (written and oral). Confident at communicating at all levels.
Pro-active approach to problem solving and managing debt
Able to collaborate with others for successful business and customer outcomes
A can-do attitude with a passion for learning and continuous improvement
Taking ownership – ensuring all tasks/duties are completed in full. To be the subject matter expert on B2B debt collection in the business
Able to take responsibility for achieving personal KPIs and supporting team colleagues to meet team KPIs
Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload effectively.
Ability to investigate cases and implement corrective actions as required.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
About Acorn Insurance
We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry. As a specialist insurance provider, we have 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across all of the UK. We help more than 50,000 customers to find a policy that meets their needs and gives them the peace of mind that comes with high-quality insurance.
At Acorn Insurance we provide full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.
We celebrate difference and it’s important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are. We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.
Why Acorn Insurance?
Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
Generous Company Pension Scheme
A comprehensive Mental Health support system via the health assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
A wide network of mental health first aiders.
Our very own reward and discount platform "Your tomorrow"
Fresh fruit Deliveries twice a week
£250 Refer a friend bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames
Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.
Due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.
At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
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