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Sarah Mitchell

Sittingbourne,Kent

Summary

A skilled professional with expertise in credit control techniques and customer relationship management usage, demonstrating leadership aptitude in collections strategy development and invoicing control. Proven ability to implement effective credit policies and manage receivables, targeting debtors with precision. Committed to advancing career goals by leveraging skills in collection strategy development to optimise financial operations.

Driven professional with solid analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with robust financial acumen and strong communication abilities. Proven track record in managing financial records and resolving discrepancies with precision. Ready to optimise credit control processes and enhance cash flow management for thriving organisation.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Group Credit Control Manager

Atlas FM Ltd
Datchet, Windsor and Maidenhead
09.2022 - 12.2025
  • Reduced outstanding debts with strict enforcement of payment terms and conditions.
  • Coordinated monthly meetings to review progress towards financial goals.
  • Implemented automated processes, optimising workflow efficiency.
  • Liaised with sales team to resolve customer queries and issues.
  • Identified potential risks by meticulously analysing customer credit data.
  • Worked closely with finance department to maintain accurate records and reports.
  • Developed strategies to improve debt collection rates.
  • Facilitated training sessions for staff development and performance improvement.

Credit Control Manager

Atlas FM Ltd
Datchet, Windsor and Maidenhead
11.2017 - 09.2022
  • Negotiated repayment plans, reducing the number of delinquent accounts.
  • Reduced outstanding debts with strict enforcement of payment terms and conditions.
  • Streamlined processes, increasing operational efficiency.
  • Implemented automated processes, optimising workflow efficiency.
  • Chased overdue invoices by liaising directly with clients.
  • Worked closely with finance department to maintain accurate records and reports.
  • Managed a team of credit controllers for enhanced productivity.
  • Advised senior management on credit policy matters and risk management.

Credit Control Manager

Emprise Services plc
LONDON, LONDON
03.2006 - 11.2017
  • Coordinated monthly meetings to review progress towards financial goals.
  • Created an efficient reporting system, improving transparency and accountability in credit control operations.
  • Streamlined processes, increasing operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with external agencies for effective debtor management strategies.

Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable)

University For the Creative Arts
Canterbury, Kent
09.1998 - 03.2006
  • Responsible for Collection of Tuition Fee Income
  • Managed team effectively towards achieving set targets, enhanced overall team performance.
  • Improved operational efficiency by automating various finance-related tasks wherever possible.

Senior Administration Assistant

Gillingham Borough Council
Gillingham, Kent
01.1994 - 09.1998

Following Promotion:

  • Managed a small team of staff providing a full administrative support service to the professional and technical disciplines in the Technical Services Department.
  • Budget Control Administration duties
  • Certification of Orders/Invoices
  • Primary point of contact for Customer Care for the Department

Administration Assistant

Gillingham Borough Council
Gillingham , Kent
06.1990 - 12.1993
  • Following Promotion
  • Communicated professionally with members of the public, cementing positive relationships.
  • Order and Invoice processing
  • Administration of Highway Works

Clerical Officer

Gillingham Borough Council
Gillingham, Kent
05.1989 - 06.1990
  • Sort, register and distribute incoming and outgoing post
  • Maintain the department filing system
  • Main point of contact for members of the public at the Technical Services Reception desk
  • Handled correspondence with prompt response times.


Education

CICM Level 3 Credit and Collections - Credit and Collections

CICM
LONDON
09.2022 - 03.2024

AAT Level 3 - AAT

Mid Kent College
Rochester
09.1995 - 05.1996

BTEC National Certificate Business Studies - Business Studies

Mid Kent College
Rochester
09.1991 - 05.1993

Diploma of Higher Education - Hotel Reception and Front Office Operations

West Kent College
Tonbridge
09.1987 - 05.1989

GCSEs - English, Maths, Child Development, Home Economics, French, Elements of Accounts

Highfield Secondary School
Chatham
09.1983 - 06.1987

Skills

  • Credit control techniques
  • Customer relationship management usage
  • Leadership aptitude
  • Collections strategy development
  • Invoicing control
  • Debtor targeting
  • Credit policy implementation
  • Receivables management
  • Collection strategy development

Accomplishments

Stars of Atlas Award - 2023

'Don't just talk-Do'

Timeline

Group Credit Control Manager

Atlas FM Ltd
09.2022 - 12.2025

CICM Level 3 Credit and Collections - Credit and Collections

CICM
09.2022 - 03.2024

Credit Control Manager

Atlas FM Ltd
11.2017 - 09.2022

Credit Control Manager

Emprise Services plc
03.2006 - 11.2017

Finance Officer (Accounts Receivable)

University For the Creative Arts
09.1998 - 03.2006

AAT Level 3 - AAT

Mid Kent College
09.1995 - 05.1996

Senior Administration Assistant

Gillingham Borough Council
01.1994 - 09.1998

BTEC National Certificate Business Studies - Business Studies

Mid Kent College
09.1991 - 05.1993

Administration Assistant

Gillingham Borough Council
06.1990 - 12.1993

Clerical Officer

Gillingham Borough Council
05.1989 - 06.1990

Diploma of Higher Education - Hotel Reception and Front Office Operations

West Kent College
09.1987 - 05.1989

GCSEs - English, Maths, Child Development, Home Economics, French, Elements of Accounts

Highfield Secondary School
09.1983 - 06.1987
Sarah Mitchell