Ive got an interview for a credit controller postion,HELP?

Question

what can I do to look great in the interview? Does anyone know the job discription for this as the one I had has been taken off teh net? I am really bad at interview any help would be great. thanks

Answer 1

Practise your smile.
Tell yourself that you want this job and that you have something to offer the company. Tell yourself that, though you may not know everything there is to know about the job, you can learn quickly (and you LIKE to learn!).
Make your handshake firm and your smile ready. You are going to be "friends with these people and really enjoy working with them."
Be your natural, friendly self!

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Interview Technique

Congratulations, you have been selected for interview. You are among perhaps 5 - 10 candidates who have reached this far. How do you make sure that you best present yourself on the day?

Here are some handy hints for a successful approach to interviews (a few of the pitfalls are mentioned too.)

Thorough preparation before an interview is essential.

* Make sure you see a copy of the job description, it will include details not included in the advertisement.

* Find out all you can about the recruiter. Most companies, universities and research establishments have informative websites, these are a good place to start. Brochures or annual reports contain summaries of activities. Look out for details in newspapers and the scientific press. If you are applying for an academic post, it would be a good idea to have a look at past publications of the research group.

* Think about what questions you can ask at the interview, if you leave it until the last minute your mind will go blank.

* Check travelling times, you do not want to be late.

* Some employers have a particular dress code (for instance "dress down Friday"). If this is likely to be the case, ask in advance for guidance so you can dress appropriately on the day.

* Think about the questions you may be asked. If the job requires particular technical knowledge or skills, brush up on them.

* Many jobs require good communication skills. Work out how to describe your particular area of expertise in a clear, concise way to a non-specialist (who may be on the panel). This is easier said than done and can require a great deal of thought.

* You may be asked to give a brief presentation, prepare it well and make sure you stick within the stated time-limit.

The Interview

There is no doubt that interviews can be very stressful. Employers know this and do make allowance for nerves but you still want to make the most of this opportunity to stand out from the other candidates. Interviews are a two way process and you should take the opportunity to find out more about your future employer (but be wary of asking questions about salary, hours and working conditions during the interview - this information may be more suitably obtained from the Human Resources department).

* Bear in mind that the person showing you around or having an informal chat with you will almost certainly be giving feedback to the interview panel. He/she will probably end up working closely with the successful candidate and his/her opinion will be valued.

* An interviewer will look at how you view your skills and experience. You should turn them into advantages or benefits for the employer.

* You may be asked how you overcame difficulties and challenges in a previous project. Answer succinctly, the interviewer wants to know how you viewed and managed the situation.

* Do not waffle, good verbal communication skills are important in most jobs.

* Ask about training and job development in terms of how it can improve your performance and contribution to the team.

* On a more personal note, if you are aware of any potentially irritating habits you may have (fidgeting, noisy nose-blowing, extremely loud/piercing laughter) try to suppress them. Once you are appointed it does not really matter, but you do not want to put people off!

* Remember what you wrote in your CV and make sure that there are no discrepancies between it and the real you. It will soon become obvious if you are not a 'gregarious, ambitious go-getter'!

On a final note

The interview is a chance for you to assess the recruiter, you want to be comfortable in your job and feel that you will be working in a positive environment. Try to relax and let your enthusiasm for the job shine through.

If you are not successful try to view this positively, all interviews are good experience. If possible get some feedback from the recruiter, it may help you to alter your approach next time.

Good luck

JOB DESCRIPTIONS
http://www.salarysource.com/description2.cfm?cdkey=1#180
(Controller is one of the short descriptions included)

http://www.financedirector.com/jobdescription/controller.asp?job_title=controller&approvedjresults=1
A more detailed listing

Call the company and ask them to send a job description by fax or email.

Answer 2

Apart from everything that Owlwings has told you regarding interview techniques...

I was a credit controller for some time. The objectives are mainly setting up new accounts with appropriate credit limits and payment terms and then chasing overdue accounts both by phone, letter and then legal action if they are still unpaid. It's a doddle of a job, anyone can do it. Good Luck!!

Answer 3

Try a military uniform.

Answer 4

Be confident and make them believe that you can do a good job.
Don't forget to smile !!