Our client, a long-established family firm with a network of branches in the South and East of England, that supply machinery and services to the agricultural, construction and professional ground care machinery markets, are looking for Credit Controller to join their finance team near Maldon, Essex. This is a fixed term 13 month maternity cover contract role. On Offer: Fixed Term Contract - (13 months), Full time, Salaried Working Hours: 40 hours per week, 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday (1-hour unpaid lunch) Start Date: May 2026 Competitive salary dependent on skills and experience. 32 days holiday (inc bank holidays) Workplace pension Life assurance (2 x salary) Country store staff discount Company sick pay scheme Flu jabs and employee referral scheme. Main Purpose of the Credit Controller: Reporting to the Accounts Office Manager, you will be responsible for managing customer accounts, ensuring outstanding balances are actively monitored and payments are collected in a timely manner. You will play an important role in maintaining accurate records, resolving queries efficiently, and supporting the wider finance team in delivering a high standard of service Duties and Responsibilities of the Credit Controller: Chasing outstanding Machinery Debt Reconciliation and management of a designated section of sundry and unallocated cash Resolve account queries promptly and accurately Support the day-to-day running of the sales ledger function Ensure records are kept up to date an