Your new company
Our client is a well-established, values-led organisation with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality services that make a positive difference to the communities it supports. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to continuous improvement, the organisation is investing in its people, processes and systems to drive future success.

Your new role
You will take ownership of day-to-day sales ledger activities, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently while maintaining excellent service levels for internal and external stakeholders.Working closely with the Sales Ledger Team Leader, you'll play a key role in maintaining financial controls, resolving queries and identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sales ledger transactions, ensuring accurate allocation and reconciliation of receipts.
• Support accounts receivable processes and ensure payments are processed in line with customer agreements.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies and outstanding issues.
• Act as a key point of contact for customer and stakeholder queries.
• Maintain accurate financial records and data across finance systems.
• Assist with month-end activities and reporting requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function.
• Provide cover and deputise for the Team Leader when required.
• Build strong working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience within a Sales Ledger or Accounts Receivable environment.
• Experience processing high volumes of financial transactions accurately.
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience using computerised accounting systems.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to manage stakeholder queries by phone, email and virtual meetings.
• Experience using databases and maintaining accurate financial records.
• AAT qualified, studying towards AAT, or willing to work towards an accounting qualification would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Free parking and additional employee benefits.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.

What you need to do now

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