Credit Controller

Are you ready to take your Credit Control expertise to the next level?

Do you have experience of, or a keen interest in, the events and exhibitions industry?

GES is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Credit Controller to join our Finance team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional service to clients worldwide, this is the opportunity for you!

As a Credit Controller at GES, you will:

• Be responsible for working proactively on collections for all shows assigned to you, ensuring invoices due for payment are collected prior to show opening.
• Make calls, send emails and letters to ensure collection, covering shows in the UK and Amsterdam.
• Proactively search for resolutions to establish whether the debts are due, or to be credited.
• Match invoices and credit notes to keep ledgers up to date.
• Create daily reports for colleagues on site who can assist with any delinquent debt upon the opening of a show.
• Plan your own workload, and have flexibility, and a willingness to help with achieving team goals.
• Follow agreed processes consistently to work within with a well-controlled environment for SOX compliance.

The role will require both written and verbal communication on a daily basis, therefore excellent communication skills are essential.

At GES, we value innovation, excellence, and sustainability. As part of our team, you will play a key role in supporting our core values and sustainability initiatives.

About you:

You will be a confident team player, with experience in a similar environment, and the ability to work under your own initiative.

You will have a minimum C grade GCSE Math's and English, with excellent IT skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Sage X3 or similar.

Who we are:

GES is a global full-service provider for the exhibitions industry. We deliver extraordinary event experiences through partnership-driven productions.

Our vision is to grow with our customers and create a truly sustainable future for events. Introducing innovative technology that opens opportunities for stakeholders to thrive. We want to ensure that the Events Industry continues to thrive in partnership with our people and planet.

Our Values

We deliver our vision by embedding our values throughout our business:

Trust: Trust each other to always be honest and do what is right.

Responsibility: Be responsible for our actions and deliver on our commitments.

Understanding: People come first. Be understanding and compassionate.

Excellence: Provide excellent service and execution

Salary

This role offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience. We operate a reward strategy based on our team members receiving a salary that best reflects their experience and skill level.

Hours of work

Normal working hours are Monday to Friday 830am – 5pm. On occasion you may be required to work evenings and weekends during busy periods to meet the demands of the business.

Annual leave

Our holiday entitlement is 25 days per annum (plus bank holidays and statutory public holidays).

Development and Benefits

At GES we look to equip you with the tools required for you to progress in your career with us. With plenty of internal opportunities to move within the business and the backing of line managers, progression is key to the business growing. Our benefits include but are not limited to:

Hybrid and flexible working

Private Medical insurance

Life Insurance

Team days

Paid Volunteering days

Equal Opportunities

In compliance with our commitment to diversity and inclusivity, we actively encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We firmly believe in equal opportunities for all and strive to create a workplace where every individual can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Discrimination of any form will not be tolerated in our recruitment process, and we are dedicated to fostering an environment that values diversity and promotes fairness and equity for all applicants. Join us in our mission to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can succeed.