Sales Ledger

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable finance service provider in England is seeking an experienced Sales Ledger Clerk to join their busy Finance team. You will manage financial operations, process sales invoices, and ensure accurate records. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and previous experience in a finance role. This position offers 33 days holiday and other benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday per year

Free parking

Discounted health plan

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a finance role, ideally as a Sales Ledger Clerk or Accounts Receivable Assistant.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage priorities effectively.
• Understanding of invoicing, payment allocation, and reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage finance inbox and support Sales Ledger functions.
• Process sales invoices accurately in line with procedures.
• Reconcile customer accounts and follow up on outstanding debts.

Skills

Experience as a Sales Ledger Clerk

Excellent communication skills

Organizational abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Tools

Excel

Accounting/ERP systems

Job description

We’re working with a well‑established client who is seeking an experienced Sales Ledger Clerk to join their busy Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and a passion for finance to play a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting cash flow, and ensuring smooth financial operations.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Managing a shared finance inbox and supporting the Sales Ledger function with day‑to‑day administration
• Accurately processing sales invoices and credit notes in line with company procedures
• Allocating payments received and reconciling customer accounts
• Monitoring aged debt and following up on outstanding balances to ensure timely payment
• Liaising with customers and internal teams to resolve invoice queries promptly
• Preparing regular reports on customer accounts, receipts, and outstanding balances for management review
• Assisting with month‑end processes and contributing to continuous improvements within the finance function

What We’re Looking For :

• Solid experience as a Sales Ledger Clerk, Accounts Receivable Assistant, or in a similar finance role
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills with both customers and internal teams
• Strong organisational abilities and exceptional attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience using accounting or ERP systems
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities effectively, and meet deadlines
• A good understanding of invoicing, payment allocation, and reconciliation processes

What’s On Offer

• 33 days holiday per year
• Free parking
• Discretionary paid sickness, family leave, and appointments (after probation)
• Discounted health plan available

If you are interested in this job role please submit your application, alternatively you can give us a call to be the first to apply.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements.