Sales Ledger Clerk - Sunderland, United Kingdom - Connectment
Description
Position:
Sales Ledger Clerk
Location:
Sunderland, United Kingdom
Salary:
£24,000 per annum
Company Overview:
A rapidly expanding company based in Sunderland, are rapidly expanding and are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Ledger Clerk to join their dynamic finance team.
Role Summary:
As the Sales Ledger Clerk, you will be responsible for accurately maintaining their sales ledger, ensuring all transactions are processed in a timely manner, and supporting the overall financial function of the company.
Your primary goal will be to ensure the smooth and efficient processing of sales transactions and the accurate recording of financial data, playing a key role in maintaining financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Ledger Management:
Process and accurately record sales invoices, credit notes, and receipts in a timely manner.
Allocate payments to customer accounts and reconcile any discrepancies.
Ensure all sales transactions are correctly recorded and comply with company policies and accounting standards.
Customer Account Management:
Regularly update customer account information, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Monitor and chase outstanding customer balances to ensure prompt payment.
Respond to customer inquiries regarding their accounts in a professional and courteous manner.
Credit Control:
Work closely with the credit control team to manage overdue accounts and implement effective debt recovery procedures.
Assist in assessing credit limits for new and existing customers to minimise risk.
Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare regular reports on sales ledger activity, outstanding balances, and cash flow projections.
Collaborate with the finance team to analyse data and identify trends or issues that require attention.
Collaboration:
Liaise with internal departments, such as sales and customer service, to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and resolve any discrepancies.
Process Improvement:
Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement within the sales ledger function, suggesting and implementing enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Requirements:
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Sales Ledger Clerk or in a similar financerelated role.
- Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
- Exceptional organisational and timemanagement abilities to meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within the team and with customers.
Benefits
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£22,000.00-£24,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
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