Credit Controller

Job Introduction

About us

Do you aspire to work in a welcoming, innovative, forward-thinking, inclusive and supportive organisation where you can also learn and develop?  YPO might be the perfect fit for you!

With 50 years of experience, YPO has been dedicated to supporting the public sector. Our journey began five decades ago when 13 local authorities united to streamline their purchasing needs and enhance efficiency, forming the organisation we know today.

As a 100% publicly owned entity by our 13 member authorities, we ensure that our profits are reinvested into our public sector customers, offering even greater value for money.  Discover more about our company and culture at Start a career at YPO | YPO.

YPO is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and each employee feels respected and able to give their best.

If this position is advertised as a full-time role (37 hours per week), YPO is pleased to consider requests for flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and job-sharing opportunities. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and encourage candidates to discuss their preferred working patterns with us.

About the Role
 

Are you a detail‑oriented financial enthusiast looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact? We're seeking a Credit Controller to join our small and passionate Finance team to cover Maternity Leave.

As a key member of the Finance Team, this role is integral to YPO’s credit control function. You will play a vital part in enhancing the external customer experience by ensuring all credit collection activity is carried out professionally, efficiently, and in line with YPO’s objectives. You will monitor and pursue overdue debts, resolve customer queries, minimise bad debt, and support the wider team by providing cover for core daily tasks. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining strong customer relationships and safeguarding YPO’s financial health.

About You
 

As YPO continues to grow, this could be a great opportunity for you to join our team and make a meaningful contribution.

Drawing from the skills and experience outlined in the Job Description, we are looking for someone who has:
 

• 5 GCSEs (4–9 / A–C) or equivalent, including Maths and English
• Experience working within a finance or credit control environment
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle customer conversations tactfully
• Strong attention to detail, a methodical approach, and the ability to problem‑solve independently
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and financial software systems
   

Having prior experience in credit control would be ideal, but not essential, we can support you to develop this while in the role.

For a detailed description of the role and required skills, please refer to the job description attached below.

What’s in it for you?

We are proud to offer a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave, from 24 days a year, plus 8 days statutory bank holidays and 3 discretionary closedown days at Christmas
• Local Government Pension through West Yorkshire Pension Fund 
• Recognition of continuous service from current employment with a relevant public sector body may apply (please email recruitment@ypo.co.uk for further information)
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing package
• Flexi scheme and flexible working options available (please discuss your preferred working requirements with the manager at interview)
• Family friendly policies
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking available

To have a confidential and informal discussion about this role, or any additional support, please contact Alison Maconachie at alison.maconachie@ypo.co.uk  

Interviews are planned to take place week commencing 22nd June 2026, in person at our Wakefield Office.

We reserve the right to remove this vacancy before the proposed deadline in the event of a change of requirements or a large number of applications being received.